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Yass has an estimated 6,934 residents, up 2.5% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Yass.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Yass Statistical Area (Lv2), located 53 kilometres north-northwest from Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 6,934 as of Aug 2026 (ERP). The 2021 Census recorded 6,763 people. Its median age is 42, and the area shows moderate population expansion. Sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population.
Nestled in New South Wales, Australia, Yass is noted for picturesque countryside and natural beauty, including waterfalls, rivers and parks. Its community supports an arts and culture scene with galleries, museums and artisan shops, alongside food and wine offerings from restaurants, pubs and vineyards. Heritage buildings and sites reflect the area's history, bringing together natural attractions, culture and heritage.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Yass Statistical Area (Lv2), located 53 kilometres north-northwest from Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 6,934 as of Aug 2026 (ERP). The 2021 Census recorded 6,763 people. Its median age is 42, and the area shows moderate population expansion. Sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population.
Nestled in New South Wales, Australia, Yass is noted for picturesque countryside and natural beauty, including waterfalls, rivers and parks. Its community supports an arts and culture scene with galleries, museums and artisan shops, alongside food and wine offerings from restaurants, pubs and vineyards. Heritage buildings and sites reflect the area's history, bringing together natural attractions, culture and heritage.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,342 in 2001 and 6,812 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,934 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 12.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.1%.
Yass ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 80th for employment drivers.
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 Yass is $558 a week, up 4.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 4% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.8%.
4% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $351 in 2017, $583 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $263 in 2017, $246 in 2019. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Petit Street, Yass NSW 2582 | $715,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 40 Orion Street, Yass NSW 2582 | $675,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 43 Lead Street, Yass NSW 2582 | $695,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Werong Place, Yass NSW 2582 | $385,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 9/11 McKenna Avenue, Yass NSW 2582 | $630,000 | 14 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 4 Colls Close, Yass NSW 2582 | $890,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Yarrah Drive, Yass NSW 2582 | $1,000,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 40 Nicholls Drive, Yass NSW 2582 | $800,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 43 Polding Street, Yass NSW 2582 | $585,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Ellis Street, Yass NSW 2582 | $379,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 41 residential sales recorded since 10 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 22 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 41, houses and units together, was $800,000 (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 | $558 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.6% | 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 | $775k | 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 | $800,000 | Median of the 41 most recent residential sales, settled 10 Jun 2026 to 22 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $583 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Young - Yass | $524 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Young - Yass, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Capital Region | $561 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Capital Region, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 138 tracked applications: 61 approved, 30 under assessment, 47 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 12 projects in Yass (5 under construction) and 52 more in the surrounding area.
The completed Crago Mill Precinct integrates a restored historic mill with modern civic facilities, including a state-of-the-art library, community meeting rooms, an Emergency Operations Centre, commercial spaces, and the new Yass Valley Council administration building.
30 hectares of industrial development for logistics, transport, freight, warehousing, building and construction, and technology. Stage 1 consists of 21 blocks, with Stage 2 currently underway. Features 800-metre frontage to Yass Valley Way, B-Double and B-Triple accessible blocks, with services including water, sewer, and underground power.
A masterplanned community bordering the Yass River offering over 700 dwellings, diverse lot sizes, 11 hectares of open space, over 6 hectares of river corridor enhancements, and planned amenities including shops, childcare, and a medical centre.
Hamilton Rise is a master planned community in the Yass Valley, offering approximately 500 residential lots ranging from 620m2 to over 1000m2. It provides space and freedom with rural vistas and proximity to Yass CBD. Stage 1 construction is nearly complete, with blocks available for sale and house and land packages offered.
Large staged residential subdivision on the Yass River delivering 763 dwellings, 11.77 hectares of open space, a mixed-use activity centre, a retirement village and a health services precinct. Stage 1 is complete and sold out, with houses built or under construction.
Major residential land development for 100 dwellings planned from 2022-2036. Strategic expansion area to accommodate Yass Valley's projected population growth.
Upgrade to Yass High School delivering six new STEM teaching and learning spaces, three seminar rooms, new covered outdoor areas, new staff study facilities, and landscaping and accessibility improvements. Works are recorded by School Infrastructure NSW as a completed project, with a project gallery and information packs available on the official page.
Planned residential development for 80 dwellings from 2021-2036. Forms part of systematic urban expansion to meet growing demand in Yass region.
Future residential development for 60 dwellings planned from 2024-2036. Forms part of comprehensive residential growth strategy for southern Yass expansion.
Upgrade to the Yass Water Treatment Plant to improve drinking water quality and reliability for Yass, Murrumbateman, Bowning and Binalong. The project includes a new clear water tank, pump station, disinfection unit, and updated water networks.
Part of $300 million Multipurpose Service Program. Includes new emergency bed, palliative care suite, centralised nurses station, dedicated ambulance entry, on-site accommodation for visiting clinicians and security upgrades.
Modern shopping centre on Comur Street featuring Woolworths supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, fashion stores. Key retail hub serving Yass and surrounding communities.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 7, 2027 5, 2028 4, 2029 0, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 3. 21 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 138 substantial development applications lodged in and around Yass over the past 5 years, 90 in the last 12 months; 30 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 10, 2023 14, 2024 14, 2025 9, 2026 (to Nov) 90.
Key application 209 Comur Street, Yass Commercial | $29m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 138 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 90 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 32 | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 61 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Yass SA2 include: Crago Mill Precinct (Completed); Yarrah at Yass River (Construction); Hamilton Rise Yass (Construction); Yarrah - Yass River Masterplanned Community (Construction); and South West Yass Residential Development (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Yass SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Business Parks & Technology Hubs, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Yass SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Yass compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Yass SA2 area has seen 58 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Yass SA2's current population of 6,934 has been supported by 32 approvals on average over recent years.
The Yass SA2 has seen 4.7 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 238 people in the Yass SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Yass SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 32, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Yass SA2 has grown by approximately 19 people, while 160 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.1 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 Yass reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,934 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 70 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,763 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 171 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.2% | 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 | 99.73 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Yass SA2 was estimated to be approximately 6,934 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,812 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The yass sa2 has added approximately 171 people and shown a 2.53% increase from the 6,763 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Yass SA2 is estimated at 70 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Yass SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Yass SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Yass's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.6% | 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 | 42 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 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.5% | 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 Yass SA2 at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Yass is comparable to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) yet 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Yass SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 12.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Yass SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 7.5% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Yass SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.7% of the population in the Yass SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.1% of the population in the Yass SA2 as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $68,639 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $84,910 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,739 | 2021 Census, weekly | 49th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $867 | 2021 Census, weekly | 61st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 23.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,185 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Yass SA2 is approximately $73,018. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $68,639.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Yass SA2 is approximately $90,327. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $84,910.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Yass SA2 is approximately $73,018 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,639 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Yass SA2 is approximately $90,327 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,910 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Yass SA2's households (~33.1% / 836 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Yass SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.1% 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 Yass SA2 is $1,739/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Yass SA2 is $2,185/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Yass SA2 is $867/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Yass SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $68,639 with the average level standing at $84,910. This is among the highest in Australia 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 $73,018 (median) and $90,327 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Yass SA2 is $6,451 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The yass sa2's disposable income is $6,451 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Yass ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,413 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,447 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,478 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Yass SA2 has approximately 3,413 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Yass SA2 stands at 1.9%, which is 2.3 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Yass SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (17.4% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.9%), and construction (12.2%). Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Yass SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Yass SA2 is 63.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The yass sa2 shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 17.4% of the local workforce compared to 7.5% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.3, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The yass sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.2% growth, ranking 17th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Yass sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 23.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
23.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Yass SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
38.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Yass SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The yass sa2 ranks in the 49th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Yass SA2 are: Certificate (27.7%), Bachelor Degree (15.1%), Advanced Diploma (10.7%).
28.7% of the population in the Yass SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.3% in primary school, 7.9% in secondary school, 3.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Yass SA2 is 1005, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the Yass SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,353 students.
The yass sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Yass has relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.5% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.0% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,524 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,588 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 70.9% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Yass SA2 had 2,524 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.5% to an estimated 2,588 households today.
The average household size in the Yass SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 70.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.5%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,790 family households, couples with children account for 31.0% of all households, couples without children at home 27.6%, and single parent families 11.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Yass SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Yass 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 47.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.1% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 27.5% of all households in the Yass 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 1.6% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Yass 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 | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.5% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 90.2% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Yass was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 90.2% of its population born in Australia, 92.5% being citizens, and 95.7% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Yass was found to be Christianity, which makes up 59.6% of people in Yass. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Yass are Australian, comprising 33.8% of the population, English, comprising 30.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 3.5% of Yass (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 7.9% (vs 8.0%) and Maltese at 0.4% (vs 0.4%).
9.8% of the Yass SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
4.3% of the population in the Yass SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.5% of the Yass SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.5% of the Yass SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Yass is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,773 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $340 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Yass SA2, 34.7% of homes are owned outright, 40.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 24.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.0% of dwellings in the Yass SA2 are houses.
In the Yass SA2, 3.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Yass SA2 stands at 34.7%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Yass SA2 is $1,773, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Yass SA2 is $1,084, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Yass SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Yass SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Yass SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 19.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Yass SA2 consists of 89.0% detached houses, 7.7% semi-detached dwellings, 3.1% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Yass consumes approximately 14.4% of median household income ($7,530 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Yass show attached dwellings contributing 7% of approvals compared to 11% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 93% of applications versus 89% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Yass 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 | 59.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 59.9% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
Around 59.2% of people in the Yass SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Yass SA2, 8.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.2% of people in the Yass SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the Yass SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.6% of people in the Yass SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Yass SA2, 59.2% 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 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 | 49 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 49th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 148 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 736 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 30th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 47 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 42 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 148 public transport stops within the Yass SA2.
The Yass SA2 has 736 weekly trips across 42 routes, averaging 105 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 193 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 758 m away and the nearest supermarket 1.0 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 148 stops nearby, 736 weekly trips, access rating 49 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 46 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 46th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 758 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 40.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 43.3 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 4 long day care centres with 265 places in Yass, about 1.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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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 Yass compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Yass has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 35% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Yass's affordable property market has recorded 185 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 83% residential, 10% commercial and 6% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Yass reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Yass's median age exceeds the national pattern.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
Yass ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Educational attainment in Yass sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Yass has relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Yass is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Yass is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
Health performance in Yass 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 in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Yass has an estimated 6,934 residents, up 2.5% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Yass.
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 Yass.
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 Aug 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 (101061541). 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 (Aug 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 Yass 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 Yass 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.
