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Toronto - Awaba has an estimated 14,176 residents, up 1.5% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Toronto - Awaba.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 101 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the Toronto - Awaba Statistical Area (Lv2) presents a picturesque lakeside setting defined by serene waters, lush green parklands, vibrant wildlife, and an inviting, family-oriented community. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the local population at approximately 14,176, showing minimal overall change since the 2021 Census record of 13,961 people based on recent ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) data and validated new addresses confirmed post-census. The territory is distinguished by moderate expansion trends alongside a well-established demographic structure, carrying a prominent representation of retirees and older Australians, notably within the 75 to 84yo bracket, supported by above-average children per family.
Economically and residentially, the district is underpinned by high levels of outright home ownership alongside outstanding service amenity and a quiet commercial footprint.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 13,457 in 2001 and 14,088 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,176 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 14.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.8%.
Toronto - Awaba ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for amenities and the 61st for transport & access.
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 Toronto - Awaba is $624 a week, up 9.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 8% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.8%.
8% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $382 in 2017, $641 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Lake View Road, Kilaben Bay NSW 2283 | $910,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 31 Jabiru Street, Carey Bay NSW 2283 | $520,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 8/78 Brighton Avenue, Toronto NSW 2283 | $800,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 33 William Street, Toronto NSW 2283 | $843,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 133 Kilaben Road, Kilaben Bay NSW 2283 | $820,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 16 Bandalong Street, Toronto NSW 2283 | $720,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Renwick Street, Toronto NSW 2283 | $1,650,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 302/34 Victory Parade, Toronto NSW 2283 | $1,430,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 53 William Street, Toronto NSW 2283 | $800,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 284 Awaba Road, Toronto NSW 2283 | $771,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 17 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $857,500 (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 | $624 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $945k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $750k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $857,500 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 17 Jun 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $641 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $478 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lake Macquarie - West | $660 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lake Macquarie - West, over 12 months | +7.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | 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 187 tracked applications: 54 approved, 56 under assessment, 77 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Toronto - Awaba (2 under construction) and 51 more in the surrounding area.
A $10 million transformation of the Toronto foreshore featuring continuous waterfront pathway, expanded playground, new town green…
Landcom masterplanned residential neighbourhood offering a diverse mix of housing lots, a minimum 10% affordable housing allocation…
Lake Macquarie City Council proposes a 10-kilometre shared multi-use active transport rail trail repurposing the former Wangi Wangi power…
Council is rehabilitating the section of South Parade between Fassifern Road and Centre Avenue in Blackalls Park to improve safety and…
Five-storey twin towers mixed-use development featuring 108 residential units, commercial premises, and basement parking.
A low-rise 5-floor apartment building with 28 residential units, 1 commercial unit, and 29 car spaces in Toronto.
Temporary works to remove the collapsed culvert, install a temporary replacement and resurface the road so Fennell Crescent can reopen to…
Upgrade of Lake Macquarie High School under the NSW High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) Partner School Program.
Completed Lake Macquarie City Council upgrade of Rathmines Park, including a new youth hub, Lake Macquarie's largest skate park, pump…
Billy's Lookout is a 70.9 hectare master planned residential community developed by McCloy Group on the shores of Lake Macquarie at Teralba.
The project aims to identify a route for a safe, easy-to-use shared path facility connecting existing sections of the regional cycleway…
Expansion of the Calvary St Francis Retirement Community including a 17-bed extension and the construction of a new Community Centre.
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 9, 2027 8, 2028 2, 2029 2. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 187 substantial development applications lodged in and around Toronto - Awaba over the past 5 years, 132 in the last 12 months; 56 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 19, 2023 14, 2024 11, 2025 10, 2026 (to Oct) 131.
Key application 114-120 Cary Street, Toronto Multi-Resi | $37m | 108 dwellings Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 187 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 132 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 40 | ABS building approvals | 51st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 54 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 56 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Toronto - Awaba SA2 include: Toronto Foreshore Revitalisation (Construction); Fennell Bay Masterplanned Community (Planning); 114-120 Cary Street Mixed Use Development (Approved); 136-138 Brighton Avenue Apartment Development (Approved); and Temporary works to reopen Fennell Crescent culvert, Blackalls Park (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Toronto - Awaba SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Toronto - Awaba compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 area has seen 67 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Toronto - Awaba SA2's current population of 14,176 has been supported by 40 approvals on average over recent years.
The Toronto - Awaba SA2 has seen 2.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 517 people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Toronto - Awaba SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 40, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has grown by approximately 171 people, while 202 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Toronto - Awaba reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,176 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 325 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 13,961 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 215 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 43.66 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Toronto - Awaba SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,176 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,090 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The toronto - awaba sa2 has added approximately 215 people and shown a 1.54% increase from the 13,961 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is estimated at 325 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (89.7%), Interstate migration (10.3%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 89.7% of overall population gains.
Toronto - Awaba hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 28.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.4% | 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 | 48 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 at 47 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 48 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 47 years as at August 2026, Toronto - Awaba is 4 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 9 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 14.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.1% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.7% of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 28.1% of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $55,348 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 34th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $72,660 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $676 | 2021 Census, weekly | 23rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,806 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 29.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is approximately $58,879. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $55,348.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is approximately $77,296. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $72,660.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is approximately $58,879 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,348 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is approximately $77,296 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,660 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Toronto - Awaba SA2's households (~28.8% / 1,587 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.8% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $1,400/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $1,806/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $676/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $55,348 with the average level standing at $72,660. This is slightly above average nationally and compares to levels of $55,733 and $69,112 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $58,879 (median) and $77,296 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $5,134 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The toronto - awaba sa2's disposable income is $5,134 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Toronto - Awaba face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 9% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 55.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,007 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 13,337 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,434 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has approximately 6,007 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.6%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 stands at 6.6%, which is 2.5 percentage points above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.9% of employment), construction (11.6%), and retail trade (10.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is 55.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The toronto - awaba sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 18.9% of the local workforce compared to 16.9% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The toronto - awaba sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Toronto - Awaba: university qualifications 20.3%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 988.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 20.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.0% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 24.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
20.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
38.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The toronto - awaba sa2 ranks in the 38th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are: Certificate (30.0%), Bachelor Degree (14.0%), Advanced Diploma (11.4%).
24.9% of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary school, 6.7% in secondary school, 3.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is 988, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 10 schools within the Toronto - Awaba SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,863 students.
The toronto - awaba sa2 includes 8 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Toronto - Awaba features high concentrations of single parent families and couples without children but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 24.0% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,510 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,595 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 69.7% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 had 5,510 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.5% to an estimated 5,595 households today.
The average household size in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 69.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (28.4%), group households (1.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,840 family households, couples with children account for 24.0% of all households, couples without children at home 31.5%, and single parent families 13.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Toronto - Awaba SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 46.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.3% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 28.4% of all households in the Toronto - Awaba SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.9% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Toronto - Awaba is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.7% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 88.3% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
Toronto - Awaba was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.3% of its population born in Australia, 92.7% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Toronto - Awaba was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.9% of people in Toronto - Awaba. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Toronto - Awaba are English, comprising 33.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.1% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Toronto - Awaba (vs 0.5% across Regional NSW), Australian Aboriginal at 4.6% (vs 4.6%) and Samoan at 0.2% (vs 0.1%).
11.7% of the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
4.0% of the population in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
4.6% of the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.7% of the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Toronto - Awaba is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 42.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 84.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $340 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 42.2% of homes are owned outright, 31.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 84.2% of dwellings in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are houses.
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 4.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 stands at 42.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is $932, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 24.3% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 consists of 84.2% detached houses, 10.8% semi-detached dwellings, 4.4% apartments, and 0.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Toronto - Awaba consumes approximately 15.4% of median household income ($6,062 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Toronto - Awaba show attached dwellings contributing 33% of approvals compared to 16% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 67% of applications versus 84% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Toronto - Awaba is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 51st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 57.9% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
Around 53.7% of people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 8.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.7% of people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the Toronto - Awaba SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.7% of people in the Toronto - Awaba SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Toronto - Awaba SA2, 53.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
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 | 61 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 61st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 122 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,030 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 116 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 95 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 23.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 122 public transport stops within the Toronto - Awaba SA2.
The Toronto - Awaba SA2 has 3,030 weekly trips across 95 routes, averaging 432 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 209 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 569 m away and the nearest school 723 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 122 stops nearby, 3,030 weekly trips, access rating 61 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 90 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 90th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 569 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 723 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 6.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Toronto - Awaba compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Toronto - Awaba ranks in the 51st percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Toronto - Awaba's established property market has recorded 280 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 93% residential, 6% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Toronto - Awaba reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Toronto - Awaba hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Employment conditions in Toronto - Awaba face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 9% of areas assessed nationally.
Education in Toronto - Awaba: university qualifications 20.3%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 988.
Toronto - Awaba features high concentrations of single parent families and couples without children but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
Toronto - Awaba is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Toronto - Awaba is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Toronto - Awaba is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and 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.
Toronto - Awaba has an estimated 14,176 residents, up 1.5% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Toronto - Awaba.
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 Toronto - Awaba.
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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 Sep 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 (111021219). 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 (Sep 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 Toronto - Awaba 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 Toronto - Awaba 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.