Bellevue Hill

Bellevue Hill is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the population of Bellevue Hill was estimated at 11,130 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 540 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,590. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 11,068 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 103 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 4,696 persons per square kilometer, placing Bellevue Hill in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 5.1% growth since census is within 0.9 percentage points of its SA3 area (6.0%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 85.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where applicable, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Bellevue Hill is expected to grow by 745 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 5.7% in total over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Bellevue Hill according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Bellevue Hill averaged around 52 new dwelling approvals each year. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, an estimated 263 homes were approved, with a further 59 approved in FY-26 to date.

The population decline over recent years suggests that new supply has likely been keeping up with demand, offering good choice to buyers. The average construction cost value of new homes is $1,785,000, indicating developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Compared to Greater Sydney, Bellevue Hill records 66.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice. New building activity shows 28.0% standalone homes and 72.0% townhouses or apartments, focusing on higher-density living which creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. Bellevue Hill reflects a low density area with around 215 people per approval.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Bellevue Hill is expected to grow by 629 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Bellevue Hill has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 58 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones include Belle de Vie, Blume, Kew Bellevue Hill, and Woollahra Station Activation (part of Eastern Suburbs Railway). The following list details those likely most relevant.

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Bellevue Hill ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Bellevue Hill has a highly educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 2.5%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year (September 2024 to September 2025) was estimated at 3.2% based on AreaSearch data aggregation.

As of September 2025, 6,619 residents are employed with an unemployment rate of 1.7%, slightly below Greater Sydney's rate. Workforce participation is 72.1%, similar to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Census responses indicate that 60.3% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries for employment include professional & technical (notably concentrated), health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance.

The area has an under-representation in construction, with only 5.0% of its workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as suggested by the Census working population count versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.2%, labour force by 2.9%, leading to a 0.3 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.1% and labour force by 2.4%, with a slight rise in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bellevue Hill's industry mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.7% over five years and 15.2% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023. Bellevue Hill's median income among taxpayers was $83,234, with an average of $245,141. Nationally, this places Bellevue Hill in the top percentile. In comparison, Greater Sydney had a median income of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. As of September 2025, estimates suggest Bellevue Hill's median income could be approximately $90,609 and average $266,860, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Bellevue Hill rank highly nationally, between the 98th and 98th percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that 42.7% of individuals earn over $4000 per week (4,752 individuals), unlike surrounding regions where the $1,500 - 2,999 category predominates at 30.9%. Bellevue Hill's affluent population, with 54.6% earning over $3,000 per week, supports premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 14.7% of income, while strong earnings rank residents within the 98th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Bellevue Hill features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Bellevue Hill, as per the latest Census, 33.9% of dwellings were houses while 66.0% were other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and others. This contrasts with Sydney metropolitan areas where 55.9% of dwellings are houses and 44.1% are other types. Home ownership in Bellevue Hill stood at 36.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.5% and rented ones at 34.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,900, exceeding the Sydney metro average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Bellevue Hill was $650, higher than the Sydney metro figure of $470. Nationally, Bellevue Hill's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Bellevue Hill features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 67.8% of all households, including 30.8% couples with children, 28.4% couples without children, and 7.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.2%, with lone person households at 25.9% and group households comprising 6.5%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Bellevue Hill demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Bellevue Hill's educational attainment is notably high, with 60.1% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications, surpassing the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. This educational advantage is reflected in the types of qualifications held: bachelor degrees are most common at 40.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational pathways account for 16.9% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas making up 9.8% and certificates 7.1%. Educational participation is also high in the area, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.3% in secondary education, 9.1% in primary education, and 7.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Bellevue Hill has 74 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 38 different routes that together facilitate 5,804 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 105 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily due to its residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation for 69% of residents, while trains are used by 10%, and walking by 7%. On average, there is 1.1 vehicle per dwelling in Bellevue Hill.

According to the 2021 Census, a high proportion of residents, 60.3%, work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 829 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 78 weekly trips per individual stop.

Bellevue Hill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows excellent results for Bellevue Hill, as per AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 123% of the total population (13,704 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and 55.7% nationally.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.6% and 5.2% of residents respectively. 78.5% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Bellevue Hill has 18.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,092 people), higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, with national rankings broadly matching those of the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Bellevue Hill was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bellevue Hill's cultural diversity is evident, with 17.8% speaking a language other than English at home and 37.8% born overseas. Christianity dominates religiously, comprising 36.4%. Notably, Judaism is significantly overrepresented at 25.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's average of 0.8%.

Ancestry-wise, the top groups are English (21.3%), Australian (17.7%), and Other (16.4%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Hungarian at 2.2% (regional average 0.3%), South African at 2.9% (0.5%), and Polish at 2.7% (0.6%).

Bellevue Hill's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Bellevue Hill is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and close to Australia's national average of 38 years. Comparing Bellevue Hill with Greater Sydney, the 75-84 age group is notably higher at 7.2% locally, while the 35-44 age group is lower at 13.4%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 age group grew from 5.2% to 7.2%, and the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 11.8% to 13.3%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort declined from 13.3% to 11.8%, and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 12.4% to 11.2%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Bellevue Hill. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 123%, reaching 620 people from 278. Residents aged 65 and older are anticipated to represent 68% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups are projected to experience population declines.