Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Austral has an estimated 19,566 residents, up 185.8% since the 2021 Census, with 15 projects tracked in Austral.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 38 kilometres west from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Austral had an estimated population of around 19,566 as of Aug 2026, based on AreaSearch analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate represents an increase of 12,719 people (185.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,847 people.
The suburb of Austral has a high proportion of children and a working-age population largely made up of family households and couples with children. It is culturally diverse and affluent, with significant infrastructure and major project spending planned to support performance and demand. Population growth places the area in the top 10% of areas nationally, and sales activity is exceptionally high relative to population size. Austral - Greendale in NSW, Australia is characterised by a picturesque landscape and peaceful atmosphere, with lush greenery, scenic waterways and abundant wildlife.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 38 kilometres west from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Austral had an estimated population of around 19,566 as of Aug 2026, based on AreaSearch analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate represents an increase of 12,719 people (185.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,847 people.
The suburb of Austral has a high proportion of children and a working-age population largely made up of family households and couples with children. It is culturally diverse and affluent, with significant infrastructure and major project spending planned to support performance and demand. Population growth places the area in the top 10% of areas nationally, and sales activity is exceptionally high relative to population size. Austral - Greendale in NSW, Australia is characterised by a picturesque landscape and peaceful atmosphere, with lush greenery, scenic waterways and abundant wildlife.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,042 in 2006 and 16,813 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 19,566 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 20.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 43%.
Austral ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for development activity and the 94th for sales activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Austral is $760 a week, up 4.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 4% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.6%.
4% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $534 in 2017, $770 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Nankin Street, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,490,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 12 Seoul Avenue, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,425,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Cotentine Street, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,450,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 85 Orion Road, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,150,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 180 Galgalyung Road, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,320,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 24 Zephyr Street, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,250,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Yitpi Street, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,320,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 147 Warrawal Avenue, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,220,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 53 Ganugan Road, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,400,000 | 14 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 69 Eighteenth Avenue, Austral NSW 2179 | $1,155,000 | 14 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 11 Sep 2026 (the latest settled 22 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $1,286,250 (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 | $760 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 | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.12m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.02m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,286,250 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 11 Sep 2026 to 22 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $770 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $469 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Bringelly - Green Valley | $753 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bringelly - Green Valley, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - South West | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - South West, over 12 months | +2.7% | 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 1,157 tracked applications: 854 approved, 168 under assessment, 135 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 15 projects in Austral (10 under construction) and 77 more in the surrounding area.
Austral Plaza is an open-air neighbourhood shopping centre at 260 Eighth Avenue, Austral, on the corner of Eastwood Road, about 14 km from the future Western Sydney International Airport.
Redevelopment of the existing Austral Shopping Centre, which is to be demolished, into a modern neighbourhood retail centre. The proposal includes a 3,500 sqm full-line Coles supermarket, a Coles Liquorland, about 2,150 sqm of specialty retail across 17 tenancies, including medical and fitness suites, and 301 at-grade car parking spaces.
Emerald Hills is a 150-hectare masterplanned community in Leppington, developed as a joint venture by Cameron Brae Group and Vitocco Enterprises.
The upgrade for Austral Public School is being delivered in two stages to support a growing student population. Stage 1 involves the construction of 20 new permanent classrooms, 3 new support learning classrooms, and the refurbishment of administration and library facilities.
Bloomfield is a 91-lot residential land subdivision across 10 acres in Austral, south-west Sydney. Developed by Castle Group, the estate offers family-sized lots from 309 to 502 square metres with land and house-and-land packages available. Stage 1 lots reached registration in Q2 2025 with Stage 2 registration on track for June 2026.
A transit-oriented mixed-use precinct proposed by ALAND above Leppington Train Station, comprising eight residential towers across four commercial podiums with 461 apartments. The broader $453 million masterplan includes retail, a hotel, community facilities, civic open space and high-density residential.
Upgrade of Eighth Avenue as a key north-south collector road in Austral, including civil road widening, drainage works, and the culvert bridge replacement at Bonds Creek designed to a 1-in-100-year ARI flood immunity standard.
Coolibah Estate is a boutique residential land release by Brolen Homes offering 26 exclusive homesites with turnkey house and land packages in Austral, Sydney's South West Growth Corridor.
Gurner Avenue Estate is a masterplanned residential community spanning 10.02 hectares in the South West Growth Area. The development provides 163 house and land allotments designed to meet the growing housing demand in Austral. The project features comprehensive civil infrastructure, internal road networks, and integrated site services.
A premier masterplanned residential community by Crownland Developments in Sydney's South West. The East Village precinct offers a diverse range of house and land packages in collaboration with leading NSW builders.
Major masterplanned community within Sydney's South West Growth Area providing at least 17,350 new homes, employment land, the Leppington Major Centre, neighbourhood centres, schools, parks and major transport infrastructure.
Azure Austral is a new residential development in the rapidly growing suburb of Austral, offering land for sale and house and land packages. It consists of 26 lots on a 1.22-hectare area, located within the Sydney South West Growth Areas, with access to schools, shops, parks, transport, and proximity to Leppington Town Centre and railway station.
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Estimated completion year of the 50 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 16, 2027 14, 2028 9, 2029 3, 2030 6, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 20 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 1157 substantial development applications lodged in and around Austral over the past 5 years, 1069 in the last 12 months; 168 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 9, 2022 34, 2023 12, 2024 18, 2025 18, 2026 (to Nov) 1066.
Key application 495 Fourth Avenue, Austral Commercial | $63m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 1,157 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1,069 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 96.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 849 | ABS building approvals | 99th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 854 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 168 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Austral include: Austral Village (Approved); Austral Plaza (Construction); Austral Public School Upgrade (Construction); Coolibah Austral (Construction); and Bloomfield Austral (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Austral spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Retail, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Austral higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Austral area has seen 1,949 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Austral's current population of 19,566 has been supported by 849 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Austral has seen 96.6 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 15 people in the suburb of Austral, 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 Austral's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 849, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Austral has grown by approximately 11,196 people, while 4,243 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Austral lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,566 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +185.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,108 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +24.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +18.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,847 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 12,719 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +23.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +20.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 17.66 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Austral was estimated to be approximately 19,566 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,813 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Austral has added approximately 12,719 people and shown a 185.76% increase from the 6,847 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Austral is estimated at 1,108 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Austral has shown a compound annual growth rate of 18.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Austral is driven by: Interstate migration (84.0%), Natural increase (9.0%), Overseas migration (6.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 84.0% of overall population gains.
Austral hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 30 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 7th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 28.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.5% | 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 | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 20.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 3.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Austral at 30 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 30 years as at August 2026, Austral is 7 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 8 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 Austral compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 0 - 4 group, making up 11.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Austral compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 5.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Austral show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (11.1% vs 5.5%) and 5-14 year-olds (17.1% vs 11.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 65-74 year-olds (3.0% vs 8.2%) and 85+ year-olds (0.9% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 28.2% of the population in the suburb of Austral as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 6.2% of the population in the suburb of Austral as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 86% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $76,647 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $94,045 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,168 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $930 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 25.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,224 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 13.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Austral is approximately $81,537. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $76,647.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Austral is approximately $100,045. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $94,045.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Austral is approximately $81,537 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,647 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Austral is approximately $100,045 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $94,045 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Austral's households (~43.0% / 857 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Austral is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 43.0% 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 Austral is $2,168/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Austral is $2,224/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Austral is $930/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Austral had a median income among taxpayers of $76,647 with the average level standing at $94,045. This is among the highest in Australia 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 $81,537 (median) and $100,045 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Austral is $7,404 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Austral's disposable income is $7,404 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Austral demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,988 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,476 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,338 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Austral has approximately 7,988 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Austral stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Austral is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.9% of employment), construction (11.9%), and retail trade (9.9%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Austral 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 Austral is 69.0%, 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 Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Austral shows notable specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 9.4% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Austral's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative 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 Austral 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 | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 32.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 37.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
32.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Austral have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
37.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Austral have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Austral ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Austral are: Bachelor Degree (21.7%), Certificate (19.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.6%).
34.1% of the population in the suburb of Austral is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.7% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, 5.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Austral is 1055, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Austral, with a combined enrollment of approximately 5,035 students.
The suburb of Austral includes 2 primary schools, 3 combined schools.
Austral features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 49.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,992 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,692 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Austral had 1,992 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 185.7% to an estimated 5,692 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Austral is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.0%), group households (1.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,711 family households, couples with children account for 49.3% of all households, couples without children at home 24.2%, and single parent families 11.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Austral shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.9% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.0% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Austral have an average of 1.6 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 57.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.8% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 13.0% of all households in the suburb of Austral, notably lower 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 1.2% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Austral is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 46.5% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 58.2% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 41.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 79.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 53.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Austral scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 46.5% of its population born overseas and 58.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Austral was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.4% of people in Austral. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 16.3% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Austral are Other, comprising 34.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, Australian, comprising 12.0% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and English, comprising 9.7% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 1.8% of Austral (vs 0.7% across Greater Sydney), Lebanese at 4.6% (vs 2.6%) and Samoan at 1.6% (vs 0.5%).
46.5% of the suburb of Austral population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
58.2% of the population in the suburb of Austral speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.2% of the suburb of Austral population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
79.5% of the suburb of Austral population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Austral is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 28.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.7% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,535 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 53.0% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $520 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 74th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Austral, 18.3% of homes are owned outright, 53.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 28.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Austral are houses.
In the suburb of Austral, 2.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Austral stands at 18.3%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Austral is $2,535, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Austral is $1,990, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Austral, households with mortgages typically spend 27.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Austral is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Austral shows mortgage holders spending 27.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 24.0% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Austral consists of 91.7% detached houses, 5.8% semi-detached dwellings, 2.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Austral consumes approximately 21.2% of median household income ($9,387 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Austral show attached dwellings contributing 6% of approvals compared to 8% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 94% of applications versus 92% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
The level of general health in Austral is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 62.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 82.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 86.5% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
Around 62.5% of people in the suburb of Austral are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Austral, 3.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.0% of people in the suburb of Austral are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the suburb of Austral population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.0% of people in the suburb of Austral have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Austral, 62.5% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 38 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 38th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 68 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 898 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 33rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 256 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 40 | 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 | 38.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 68 public transport stops within the suburb of Austral.
The suburb of Austral has 898 weekly trips across 40 routes, averaging 128 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 325 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 639 m away and the nearest school 748 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 68 stops nearby, 898 weekly trips, access rating 38 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 16 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 16th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 639 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 748 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 11.1 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 9 long day care centres with 676 places in Austral, about 2.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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05Reports and tools
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Austral higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Austral ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Austral's resilient property market has recorded 1,054 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 50% residential and 50% vacant land transactions.
Austral lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Austral hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 86% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The labour market in Austral demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
The educational profile of Austral ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Austral features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Austral is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Austral is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
The level of general health in Austral is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is low 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.
Austral has an estimated 19,566 residents, up 185.8% since the 2021 Census, with 15 projects tracked in Austral.
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 Austral.
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 Nov 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 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 (SAL10110). 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 (Nov 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 Austral 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 Austral 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.
