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Toukley - Norah Head has an estimated 9,930 residents, up 0.2% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Toukley - Norah Head.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Toukley - Norah Head Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 73 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. Its population is around 9,930 as of Aug 2026, with little change from the 9,909 people recorded at the 2021 Census. AreaSearch's assessment of the latest ERP outputs from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements. The area has a high proportion of older Australians, many living alone, alongside low average household size and a pronounced 75 to 84yo presence.
The area is characterised by lower education levels and lower-quartile income levels, as well as a notable construction employment base, elevated healthcare employment and substantial utilities employment presence. Sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population. Toukley - Norah Head is known for coastal towns, beaches, clear waters, panoramic views and the Norah Head Lighthouse, with opportunities for outdoor activities and local food and culture.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Toukley - Norah Head Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 73 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. Its population is around 9,930 as of Aug 2026, with little change from the 9,909 people recorded at the 2021 Census. AreaSearch's assessment of the latest ERP outputs from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements. The area has a high proportion of older Australians, many living alone, alongside low average household size and a pronounced 75 to 84yo presence.
The area is characterised by lower education levels and lower-quartile income levels, as well as a notable construction employment base, elevated healthcare employment and substantial utilities employment presence. Sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population. Toukley - Norah Head is known for coastal towns, beaches, clear waters, panoramic views and the Norah Head Lighthouse, with opportunities for outdoor activities and local food and culture.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,986 in 2001 and 9,908 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,930 (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, 14.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 28.2%.
Toukley - Norah Head ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 52nd 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 Toukley - Norah Head is $565 a week, up 11.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 28% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.3%.
28% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $375 in 2017, $600 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $288 in 2017, $450 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/294 Main Road, Toukley NSW 2263 | $580,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 1 Summerside Street, Toukley NSW 2263 | $870,000 | 27 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 341 Main Road, Noraville NSW 2263 | $910,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 25 Jones Avenue, Toukley NSW 2263 | $895,500 | 22 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Bald Street, Norah Head NSW 2263 | $4,140,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 2/282 Main Road, Toukley NSW 2263 | $715,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 25 Bungary Road, Norah Head NSW 2263 | $2,500,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Baynton Street, Norah Head NSW 2263 | $750,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 371 Main Road, Noraville NSW 2263 | $985,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Hibbard Street, Canton Beach NSW 2263 | $500,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 27 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 28 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $846,775 (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 | $565 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $935k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $640k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $846,775 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 27 Jul 2026 to 28 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $600 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $450 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Wyong | $630 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wyong, over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Coast | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Coast, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 |
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Status of the 114 tracked applications: 44 approved, 32 under assessment, 38 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Toukley - Norah Head (1 under construction) and 88 more in the surrounding area.
A proposed seawater desalination facility adjacent to the existing Toukley Sewage Treatment Plant on Wilfred Barrett Drive, being advanced as a plan-ready drought response project under the Central Coast Water Security Plan.
Lakeside Gardens is an approved mixed-use waterfront residential project comprising two multi-storey residential flat buildings housing 109 apartments along with ground-floor commercial tenancies.
Upgrades to sportsground lighting, carpark capacity and accessibility (resurfacing, new guttering, bump stops, line marking), and construction of two new multi-use hard courts for netball and pickleball.
DA-approved boutique mixed-use project site with plans for seven luxury residential apartments and two premium commercial spaces in a waterfront location, currently for sale to a developer.
A mixed-use development with two commercial units and four residential units, including Specialist Disability Accommodation and affordable rental housing.
Public domain upgrade along Main Road in Toukley Town Centre delivered by Central Coast Council. The works included widened footpaths, accessibility upgrades, decorative paving, landscaped garden beds, new street furniture, and improved pedestrian connectivity.
Restoration and upgrades to the sandstone wall at Canton Beach foreshore to prevent erosion, improve safety, and enhance usability. Includes new drainage, sand nourishment, and turfing.
Bathla Group's proposed residential development of 40 large 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with 4 ground floor retail tenancies in a five-storey building, designed for luxury coastal living. The shoptop housing includes 28 two-bedroom and 13 three-bedroom units.
Relaunch of Beachcomber as a 4-star, 80-room resort with bars, restaurants, function rooms, and wellness services.
The Best Start Early Learning Centre at 54-60 Wallarah Road, Gorokan, is a purpose-built long day childcare and early learning facility designed for approximately 100 children. The centre provides indoor activity rooms, shaded outdoor nature-play areas, staff facilities, and dedicated at-grade parking with safe access off Wallarah Road.
Reclassification and rezoning of Central Coast Council-owned operational and community land at 48W Wallarah Road (Lot 2 DP 733448). The planning proposal rezones the site from RE1 Public Recreation to RE2 Private Recreation and reclassifies it as Operational Land to enable long-term leasing and integration with the adjacent Wallarah Bay Recreation Club.
Central Coast Council, in partnership with BMD Constructions, is executing a major $144 million capital upgrade of the Charmhaven Sewage Treatment Plant.
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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 2, 2026 13, 2027 15, 2028 18, 2029 7, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 4. 17 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 114 substantial development applications lodged in and around Toukley - Norah Head over the past 5 years, 86 in the last 12 months; 32 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 7, 2023 11, 2024 7, 2025 2, 2026 (to Nov) 86.
Key application 1 Crossingham Street, Canton Beach Retail | $26m | 97 dwellings Refused
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 114 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 86 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 34 | ABS building approvals | 46th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 44 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 32 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 include: Toukley Desalination Water Treatment Plant (Planning); Best Start Early Learning Centre Gorokan (Approved); Gorokan Waterfront Masterplan & Foreshore Revitalisation (Planning); Charmhaven Sewage Treatment Plant Major Upgrade (Construction); and Northern Regional Leisure and Aquatic Centre (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Environmental & Disaster Management, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 28th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Toukley - Norah Head, placing the area among the bottom 19% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 area has seen 44 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Toukley - Norah Head SA2's current population of 9,930 has been supported by 34 approvals on average over recent years.
The Toukley - Norah Head SA2 has seen 3.5 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 539 people in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Toukley - Norah Head SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 34, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 has seen 172 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.
Toukley - Norah Head 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 | 9,930 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 944 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.3% | 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 | 9,909 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 21 | 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 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 10.52 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 was estimated to be approximately 9,930 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,908 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The toukley - norah head sa2 has added approximately 21 people and shown a 0.21% increase from the 9,909 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is estimated at 944 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (62.0%), Overseas migration (38.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 62.0% of overall population gains.
Toukley - Norah Head 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 | 84th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.6% | 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 | 47 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.3% | 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 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 at 47 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 47 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 47 years as at August 2026, Toukley - Norah Head is 10 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 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 Toukley - Norah Head SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 14.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (10.4% vs 5.3%) and 65-74 year-olds (14.1% vs 8.2%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (10.1% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 27.8% of the population in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 80% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $53,072 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $62,299 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,157 | 2021 Census, weekly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $639 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,609 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 36.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is approximately $56,458. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $53,072.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is approximately $66,274. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $62,299.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is approximately $56,458 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,072 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is approximately $66,274 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,299 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Toukley - Norah Head SA2's households (~28.2% / 1,169 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 28.2% 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 Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is $1,157/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is $1,609/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is $639/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $53,072 with the average level standing at $62,299. This is below the national average 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 $56,458 (median) and $66,274 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is $3,975 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The toukley - norah head sa2's disposable income is $3,975 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Toukley - Norah Head recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 53.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,130 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,821 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,428 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 has approximately 4,130 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.7%. 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 Toukley - Norah Head SA2 stands at 6.7%, which is 2.6 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.8% of employment), construction (14.9%), and retail trade (10.8%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Toukley - Norah Head 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 Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is 53.5%, 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 Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The toukley - norah head sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 14.9% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The toukley - norah head 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 experienced 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
Toukley - Norah Head faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
14.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
42.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The toukley - norah head sa2 ranks in the 24th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 are: Certificate (32.6%), Bachelor Degree (10.7%), Advanced Diploma (10.0%).
25.4% of the population in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.1% in primary school, 6.6% in secondary school, 2.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is 962, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Toukley - Norah Head SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,025 students.
The toukley - norah head sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Toukley - Norah Head features high concentrations of lone person households and single parent families but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 35.7% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 20.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,151 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,160 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 60.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 had 4,151 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 4,160 households today.
The average household size in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 60.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (35.7%), group households (3.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,524 family households, couples with children account for 20.6% of all households, couples without children at home 26.3%, and single parent families 12.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 35.7% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 60.8% 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 Toukley - Norah Head SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 39.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 35.7% of all households in the Toukley - Norah Head 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 3.3% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Toukley - Norah Head 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 | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 20th 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 | 90.6% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
Toukley - Norah Head was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.8% of its population born in Australia, 90.6% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Toukley - Norah Head was found to be Christianity, which makes up 56.7% of people in Toukley - Norah Head. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Toukley - Norah Head are English, comprising 31.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 31.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 9.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 5.2% of Toukley - Norah Head (vs 1.3% across Greater Sydney), Maltese at 0.9% (vs 1.0%) and Lebanese at 0.3% (vs 2.6%).
12.2% of the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
4.0% of the population in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
5.2% of the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
90.6% of the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Toukley - Norah Head 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 | 35.2% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 38.9% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 79.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 57th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 30.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 38.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 98th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Toukley - Norah Head SA2, 38.9% of homes are owned outright, 25.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 35.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 79.0% of dwellings in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 are houses.
In the Toukley - Norah Head SA2, 8.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 stands at 38.9%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is $1,950, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is $1,038, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Toukley - Norah Head SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 38.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 30.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 38.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 30.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 consists of 79.0% detached houses, 11.6% semi-detached dwellings, 8.5% apartments, and 0.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Toukley - Norah Head consumes approximately 20.7% of median household income ($5,010 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Toukley - Norah Head show attached dwellings contributing 27% of approvals compared to 21% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 73% of applications versus 79% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Toukley - Norah Head is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 21st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 57.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 69.7% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
Around 48.8% of people in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Toukley - Norah Head SA2, 10.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.6% of people in the Toukley - Norah Head SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Toukley - Norah Head SA2, 48.8% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 52 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 90 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 761 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 30th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 110 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 36 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 23.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 90 public transport stops within the Toukley - Norah Head SA2.
The Toukley - Norah Head SA2 has 761 weekly trips across 36 routes, averaging 108 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 170 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 634 m away and the nearest pharmacy 824 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 90 stops nearby, 761 weekly trips, access rating 52 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 26 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 26th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 634 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 824 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 827 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 850 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 855 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.5 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 2 long day care centres with 99 places in Toukley - Norah Head, about 5.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Toukley - Norah Head, placing the area among the bottom 19% of areas assessed nationally.
Toukley - Norah Head has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 28th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Toukley - Norah Head's resilient property market has recorded 226 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% commercial transactions.
Toukley - Norah Head has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Toukley - Norah Head hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income figures position the area below 80% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Toukley - Norah Head recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
Toukley - Norah Head faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Toukley - Norah Head features high concentrations of lone person households and single parent families but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Toukley - Norah Head is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Toukley - Norah Head is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Toukley - Norah Head is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Toukley - Norah Head has an estimated 9,930 residents, up 0.2% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Toukley - Norah Head.
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 Toukley - Norah Head.
Data currency
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 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 (102021054). 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, 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 Toukley - Norah Head 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 Toukley - Norah Head 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.
