Bondi Beach

An assessment of population growth drivers in Bondi Beach reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

The Bondi Beach statistical area (Lv2) had an estimated population of around 12,763 as of November 2025. This figure represents a 10.9% increase since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 11,513 people. The latest estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and examination of the ABS's ERP data release from June 2024, indicating a resident population of 12,660 with an additional 103 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 10,461 persons per square kilometer, placing Bondi Beach (SA2) within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate exceeded both its SA3 area (5.8%) and SA4 region, demonstrating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 76.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, and NSW State Government's SA2-level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year for areas not covered by the former data. Applying growth rates by age group from these aggregations to all areas, a population increase just below the median is projected for Bondi Beach (SA2) by 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the area is expected to grow by 1,279 persons by 2041, reflecting an 8.8% total gain over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Bondi Beach has experienced around 38 dwellings receiving development approval each year over the past five financial years up to FY-26. This totals an estimated 193 homes. So far in FY-26, 29 approvals have been recorded. The population has fallen during this period.

Development activity has been adequate relative to population changes, which is positive for buyers. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $1,394,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This financial year has seen $19.9 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Sydney, Bondi Beach has similar development levels per person, preserving market equilibrium consistent with surrounding areas. However, these levels are under the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations.

Recent construction comprises 16.0% standalone homes and 84.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a trend toward denser development that appeals to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 333 people per dwelling approval, Bondi Beach shows a developing market. Future projections estimate an addition of 1,126 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Bondi Beach has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 40 projects that could impact this region. Notable projects are Hall Street Development, Pearl Bondi Beach, Central Element Lamrock Avenue, and AVRA Bondi Beach. The following details projects likely to be most relevant.

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Bondi Beach ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Bondi Beach has a highly educated workforce with the technology sector being notably represented. Its unemployment rate was 2.9% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.1%.

As of September 2025, 9,275 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 1.3% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is higher at 73.6%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The leading employment industries among residents include professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. Professional & technical services have a particularly high concentration with employment levels at 2.1 times the regional average.

However, health care & social assistance employs only 8.5% of local workers, lower than Greater Sydney's 14.1%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.1%, while labour force grew by 3.0%, resulting in a decrease of unemployment by 0.1 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney where employment rose by 2.1%, the labour force grew by 2.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data from NSW to 25-Nov-25 shows employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with a state unemployment rate of 3.9%. Nationally, the unemployment rate is 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bondi Beach's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.5% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2023 shows Bondi Beach's median income at $76,849 and average income at $150,085. This is higher than Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. By September 2025, estimated incomes are approximately $83,658 (median) and $163,383 (average), based on an 8.86% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. The 2021 Census shows Bondi Beach's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 95th and 98th percentiles nationally. In this suburb, 34.4% of individuals earn $4000 or more, differing from broader areas where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 30.9%. High earners (above $3,000/week) make up 47.8%, indicating strong economic capacity. Housing costs consume 20.5% of income, but disposable income ranks at the 92nd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Bondi Beach features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Bondi Beach, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 4.1% houses and 95.9% other dwellings such as semi-detached units, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Sydney metropolitan area's 18.3% houses and 81.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bondi Beach was at 15.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 16.5% and rented dwellings at 67.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,033, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $675. These figures were lower than Sydney metropolitan averages of $3,600 for mortgages and $670 for rents. Nationally, Bondi Beach's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Bondi Beach features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 50.0% of all households, including 15.5% couples with children, 27.9% couples without children, and 5.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 50.0%, with lone person households at 36.1% and group households comprising 14.0%. The median household size is 2.0 people, smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.3.

Bondi Beach shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Bondi Beach is notably higher than national and state averages. As of 2016 data, 62.7% of residents aged 15 years and above have university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 43.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational pathways account for 19.1% of qualifications in this age group, with advanced diplomas making up 9.8% and certificates 9.3%.

In total, 24.7% of the population is actively pursuing formal education as of 2016, including 6.5% in tertiary education, 5.6% in primary education, and 4.2% in secondary education.

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

Analysis of public transport in Bondi Beach shows 22 operational transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by 26 different routes, collectively moving 7,667 passengers weekly. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents on average 129 meters from the nearest stop.

Services run an average of 1,095 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 348 weekly trips per individual stop.

Bondi Beach'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 across Bondi Beach, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 86% of the total population (10,968 people), compared to 88.6% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 6.4 and 6.2% of residents respectively.

A total of 80.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.6% across Greater Sydney. As of 1st January 20XX (the date the data was compiled), 8.3% of residents are aged 65 and over (1,059 people), which is lower than the 16.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Bondi Beach 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

Bondi Beach has a significant level of cultural diversity, with 22.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 48.2% born overseas. The predominant religion in Bondi Beach is Christianity, accounting for 32.5% of the population. However, Judaism is notably overrepresented compared to the Greater Sydney average, comprising 8.3% of Bondi Beach's population.

The top three ancestry groups based on country of birth of parents are English (25.2%), Australian (14.8%), and Other (14.7%). Some ethnic groups have notable differences in representation: French at 2.6% compared to the regional average of 1.5%, Spanish at 1.8% versus 1.0%, and Hungarian at 0.8% against a regional average of 1.2%.

Bondi Beach's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Bondi Beach's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Bondi Beach has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (36.4%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (4.7%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the percentage of residents aged 15 to 24 has grown from 7.0% to 9.3%, while the percentage of those aged 45 to 54 has declined from 11.1% to 9.4%. The percentage of residents aged 5 to 14 has also dropped, from 6.2% to 4.7%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Bondi Beach's age profile will change significantly. The number of residents aged 85 and above is projected to grow by 124%, adding 253 residents to reach a total of 458. Conversely, the number of residents aged 5 to 14 is expected to fall by 4%.