Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Alexandria has an estimated 11,426 residents, up 18.4% since the 2021 Census, with 28 projects tracked in Alexandria.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 4.6 kilometres south-southwest from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Alexandria is a dynamic urban locality whose expansion is strongly propelled by young professionals. Supported by aggregated annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) records and quarterly national address updates, the population is estimated at around 11,426 as of Aug 2026, marking a substantial rise of 1,777 people (18.4%) from the 9,649 individuals counted at the 2021 Census. The precinct is distinguished by elevated population density and growth drivers well above average, accompanied by intense development activity, exceptionally high property sales volumes relative to population size, and a distinct orientation toward high-density living with an above-average renting population.
The demographic structure in the suburb of Alexandria is defined by an affluent, working-age community with a high proportion of young adults residing predominantly in lone person and group households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,467 in 2006 and 11,302 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 11,426 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 29.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.3%.
Alexandria ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for income and the 98th 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 Alexandria is $873 a week, up 3.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 11% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.1%.
11% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $796 in 2017, $1,104 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $612 in 2017, $826 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Renwick Street, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $2,960,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 56 Brandling Street, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $1,910,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 12/11 Henderson Road, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $501,800 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 11/15 Ralph Street, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $740,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 23/456 Gardeners Road, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $650,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 710/165 McEvoy Street, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $1,850,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 40/110 Bourke Road, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $895,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 328 Mitchell Road, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $2,190,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 143 Buckland Street, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $2,300,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 209/106 Euston Road, Alexandria NSW 2015 | $975,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 42 residential sales recorded since 16 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 28 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 42, houses and units together, was $987,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $873 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.22m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $880k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $987,500 | Median of the 42 most recent residential sales, settled 16 Jul 2026 to 28 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,104 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $826 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney Inner City | $884 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney Inner City, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 375 tracked applications: 225 approved, 46 under assessment, 104 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 28 projects in Alexandria (5 under construction) and 116 more in the surrounding area.
The Botany Road Precinct is a 21-hectare urban renewal initiative transforming an industrial corridor into a high-density enterprise hub.
A 10-storey mixed-use affordable housing development delivering 111 homes at 338 Botany Road, Alexandria, within the Green Square urban…
Construction of Ngamuru Avenue, a new transport corridor linking Green Square town centre with the Ashmore Precinct.
Stanton Place is a Stockland apartment development in Rosebery, Sydney, delivering 144 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, terraces…
A $2 billion urban renewal masterplan transforming a former industrial site into a vibrant mixed-use precinct by Coronation Property.
Green Square Town Centre is a major urban renewal project transforming a 278 hectare former industrial area into a high-density mixed-use…
One Sydney Park is a proposed $500 million mixed-use precinct set to be revived by developer Besgate.
WestConnex St Peters Interchange is a major motorway interchange connecting the M4-M5 Link tunnels with the existing road network.
A 264-apartment affordable housing development by City West Housing located at 330-332 Botany Road, Alexandria within the Green Square Town…
Camperdown Modern is a private hospital proposal at 122-130 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Camperdown, in Sydney's Inner West.
Green Square Stormwater Drain is a major infrastructure project providing stormwater management and flood mitigation for the Green Square…
The Waterloo Metro Quarter, marketed by the developer as Waterloo Collective, is a 900 million dollar mixed-use over-station development…
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Estimated completion year of the 54 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 11, 2026 10, 2027 6, 2028 14, 2029 6, 2030 2, 2031 3, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 44 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 375 substantial development applications lodged in and around Alexandria over the past 5 years, 161 in the last 12 months; 46 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 22, 2022 89, 2023 33, 2024 43, 2025 32, 2026 (to Oct) 156.
Key application 205-213 Euston Road, Alexandria Mixed Use | $235m | 356 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 375 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 161 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 14.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 91st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 157 | ABS building approvals | 88th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 225 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 46 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Alexandria include: Erskineville Village (Construction); 338 Botany Road Alexandria (Construction); Green Square to Ashmore Connector (Ngamuru Avenue) (Construction); Acacia Apartments (Construction); and Stanton Place (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Alexandria spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Communities, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Alexandria higher than 92% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Alexandria area has seen 549 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Alexandria's current population of 11,426 has been supported by 157 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Alexandria has seen 14.9 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 40 people in the suburb of Alexandria, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Alexandria's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 157, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Alexandria has grown by approximately 1,445 people, while 787 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Alexandria lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,426 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +18.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,230 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,649 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,777 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.54 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Alexandria was estimated to be approximately 11,426 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,302 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Alexandria has added approximately 1,777 people and shown a 18.42% increase from the 9,649 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Alexandria is estimated at 3,228 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Alexandria has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Alexandria is driven by: Overseas migration (65.0%), Natural increase (35.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 65.0% of overall population gains.
Alexandria hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 37.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 73.9% | 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 | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 29.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 23.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Alexandria at 35 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Alexandria is 2 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Alexandria compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 29.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Alexandria compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 6.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Alexandria show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (29.5% vs 16.2%) and 35-44 year-olds (23.6% vs 15.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.8% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (2.2% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 11.3% of the population in the suburb of Alexandria as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 7.4% of the population in the suburb of Alexandria as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 2% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $89,671 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $110,551 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,654 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,629 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 45.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,600 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 9.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Alexandria is approximately $95,392. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $89,671.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Alexandria is approximately $117,604. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $110,551.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Alexandria is approximately $95,392 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $89,671 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Alexandria is approximately $117,604 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $110,551 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Alexandria's households (~33.3% / 1,503 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Alexandria is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.3% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Alexandria is $2,654/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Alexandria is $3,600/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Alexandria is $1,629/wk.
The suburb of Alexandria's income level is exceptionally high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Alexandria's median income among taxpayers is $89,671 and the average income stands at $110,551, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $95,392 (median) and $117,604 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Alexandria is $9,269 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Alexandria's disposable income is $9,269 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Alexandria ranks among the top 16% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 82.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,086 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 17,843 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,305 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Alexandria has approximately 8,086 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Alexandria stands at 2.6%, which is 1.5 percentage points below Greater Sydney'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 suburb of Alexandria is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (19.5% of employment), finance & insurance (10.9%), and health care & social assistance (10.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Alexandria 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 suburb of Alexandria is 82.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Alexandria shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 19.5% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Alexandria's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Alexandria ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 40.8% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 18.1% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 63.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 17.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 23.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
63.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Alexandria have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
17.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Alexandria have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Alexandria ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Alexandria are: Bachelor Degree (40.8%), Postgraduate (18.1%), Advanced Diploma (10.1%).
23.7% of the population in the suburb of Alexandria is currently engaged in formal education, including 5.5% in primary school, 2.8% in secondary school, 8.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Alexandria is 1045, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Alexandria, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,408 students.
The suburb of Alexandria includes 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Alexandria features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.0 people | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 16.0% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,510 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,341 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 55.0% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.5 per family | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Alexandria had 4,510 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 18.4% to an estimated 5,341 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Alexandria is 2.0 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 55.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (34.9%), group households (10.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,480 family households, couples with children account for 16.0% of all households, couples without children at home 33.8%, and single parent families 4.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Alexandria shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 34.9% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 55.0% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 28.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 62.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 34.9% of all households in the suburb of Alexandria, 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 10.2% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Alexandria was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 37.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 22.0% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 78.0% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 62.9% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Alexandria was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 22.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 37.1% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Alexandria, at 30.6% of people, although more residents (62.3%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 1.2% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Alexandria are English, comprising 22.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 17.5% of the population, and Other, comprising 13.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Alexandria (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Spanish at 0.9% (vs 0.6%) and Hungarian at 0.5% (vs 0.3%).
37.1% of the suburb of Alexandria population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
22.0% of the population in the suburb of Alexandria speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.2% of the suburb of Alexandria population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
78.5% of the suburb of Alexandria population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Alexandria features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 52.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 65.5% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,751 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $560 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.1 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Alexandria, 12.7% of homes are owned outright, 34.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 52.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 4.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Alexandria are houses.
In the suburb of Alexandria, 65.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 29.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Alexandria stands at 12.7%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Alexandria is $2,751, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Alexandria is $2,231, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Alexandria, households with mortgages typically spend 23.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Alexandria is 1.1, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Alexandria shows mortgage holders spending 23.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 21.1% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Alexandria consists of 4.8% detached houses, 29.2% semi-detached dwellings, 65.5% apartments, and 0.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Alexandria consumes approximately 19.4% of median household income ($11,492 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Alexandria show attached dwellings contributing 100% of approvals compared to 95% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 0% of applications versus 5% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Alexandria is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Alexandria's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 69.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 90th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
Around 69.1% of people in the suburb of Alexandria are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Alexandria, 1.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.1% of people in the suburb of Alexandria are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 1.6% of the suburb of Alexandria population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.4% of people in the suburb of Alexandria have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Alexandria, 69.1% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 98 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 98th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 82 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 65th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 8,170 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 142 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 14 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 64.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 82 public transport stops within the suburb of Alexandria.
The suburb of Alexandria has 8,170 weekly trips across 14 routes, averaging 1,167 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 109 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 232 m away and the nearest pharmacy 275 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 82 stops nearby, 8,170 weekly trips, access rating 98 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 95th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 232 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 275 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 278 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 303 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 322 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 329 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 393 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 821 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 905 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Alexandria higher than 92% of real estate markets across the country.
Alexandria ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Alexandria's established property market has recorded 423 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 87% residential and 13% commercial transactions.
Alexandria lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Alexandria hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 2% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Alexandria ranks among the top 16% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
The educational profile of Alexandria ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Alexandria features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Alexandria was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Alexandria features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Alexandria's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Alexandria has an estimated 11,426 residents, up 18.4% since the 2021 Census, with 28 projects tracked in Alexandria.
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 Alexandria.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or 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 (SAL10030). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Sep 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Alexandria 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 Alexandria 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.