Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Bondi Junction has an estimated 11,664 residents, up 12.6% since the 2021 Census, with 14 projects tracked in Bondi Junction.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 4.9 kilometres southeast from Sydney CBD in NSW, Australia, the suburb of Bondi Junction is a vibrant, picturesque, and affluent urban enclave that combines a thriving commercial atmosphere with serene outdoor living. Estimated at around 11,664 as of Aug 2026 based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) data and quarterly national address records, the area has expanded by 1,303 people (12.6%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 10,361 people.
Accommodating a predominantly working-age demographic, households are largely composed of lone person households, group households, and an above-average renting population. Supported by excellent hospitals, reputable schools, extensive public transport options, and a rich array of cafes, shops, restaurants, and parks, the suburb provides a well-balanced lifestyle that makes it a highly sought-after destination to call home.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,812 in 2006 and 11,497 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 11,664 (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, 28.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 29.5%.
Bondi Junction ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 99th for education.
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 Bondi Junction is $1,000 a week, up 4.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 27% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.3%.
27% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $1,100 in 2017, $1,625 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $700 in 2017, $975 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 161/18 Waverley Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $1,700,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3/3 Waverley Crescent, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $392,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 2 Woodstock Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $5,200,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Gowrie Avenue, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $2,805,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3/29 Paul Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $1,385,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 28/15 Waverley Crescent, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $1,235,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 11/123 Old South Head Road, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $825,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 508/80 Ebley Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $810,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1701/241 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $1,760,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 209/3 Gray Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 | $1,100,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 26 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,217,500 (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 | $1,000 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.81m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.17m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,217,500 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 26 Jun 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,625 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +15.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $975 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Eastern Suburbs - North | $1,040 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Eastern Suburbs - North, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Eastern Suburbs | $974 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Eastern Suburbs, 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 |
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Status of the 635 tracked applications: 308 approved, 25 under assessment, 302 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 14 projects in Bondi Junction (4 under construction) and 103 more in the surrounding area.
The project encompasses the activation of the dormant Woollahra Station and the ongoing safeguarding of the T4 Eastern Suburbs Line…
A heritage-listed adaptive reuse project transforming the former Waverley Telephone Exchange into a mixed-use development featuring 60…
Signature by Stargate is a mixed-use shoptop housing development at 362-384 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction, on a corner site bordered by…
A State Significant mixed-use development comprising two residential towers (15-16 storeys) with 118 apartments including 23 affordable…
A luxury 20-storey mixed-use tower featuring 88 high-end north-facing residences with sweeping Sydney Harbour views.
Planning proposal to rezone the site from SP2 Infrastructure to R3 Medium Density Residential, remove heritage listing, introduce minimum…
A long-term aspirational proposal to extend the Sydney Light Rail network from Bondi Junction to Bondi Beach via the Bondi Road corridor.
Westfield Bondi Junction is a major regional shopping centre at 500 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction.
Boutique developer Clutch is constructing AVRA at 141-155 Curlewis Street, located 150 metres from Bondi Beach.
Ongoing upgrades and maintenance at Woollahra Public School as part of the NSW Government school infrastructure program, including LED…
A luxury boutique residential development comprising two 10-level towers with 73 residences featuring 1-4 bedroom apartments.
Boutique development of 5 luxury whole-floor residences at 58 Bellevue Road, Bellevue Hill.
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Estimated completion year of the 58 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 8, 2026 26, 2027 15, 2028 4, 2029 4. 21 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 635 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bondi Junction over the past 5 years, 181 in the last 12 months; 25 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 21, 2022 97, 2023 112, 2024 134, 2025 115, 2026 (to Oct) 156.
Key application 59-75 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction Mixed Use | $62m | 19 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 635 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 181 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 57 | ABS building approvals | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 308 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bondi Junction include: Westfield Bondi Junction (Construction); Signature by Stargate, Bondi Junction (Construction); Mixed-Use Development with Affordable Housing, 362-384 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction (Construction); Origami Bondi Junction (Construction); and Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bondi Junction spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Bondi Junction recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Bondi Junction area has seen 15 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bondi Junction's current population of 11,664 has been supported by 57 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Bondi Junction has seen 5.4 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 1518 people in the suburb of Bondi Junction, 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 Bondi Junction's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 57, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bondi Junction has grown by approximately 885 people, while 287 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Population growth drivers in Bondi Junction are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,664 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 10,807 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,361 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,303 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.08 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bondi Junction was estimated to be approximately 11,664 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,497 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Bondi Junction has added approximately 1,303 people and shown a 12.58% increase from the 10,361 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bondi Junction is estimated at 10,800 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bondi Junction has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bondi Junction is driven by: Overseas migration (89.0%), Natural increase (11.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 89.0% of overall population gains.
Bondi Junction's population is younger than the national pattern.
| 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 | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 39.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 64.8% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 28.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Bondi Junction at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Bondi Junction 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 Bondi Junction compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 28.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bondi Junction compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 6.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bondi Junction show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (28.3% vs 16.2%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (6.3% vs 11.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 10.0% of the population in the suburb of Bondi Junction as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.6% of the population in the suburb of Bondi Junction as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,952 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $129,082 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,379 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,307 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,225 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bondi Junction is approximately $76,543. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,952.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bondi Junction is approximately $137,317. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $129,082.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bondi Junction is approximately $76,543 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,952 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bondi Junction is approximately $137,317 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $129,082 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Bondi Junction's households (~29.5% / 1,298 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Bondi Junction is the $4000+ group, representing about 29.5% 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 Bondi Junction is $2,379/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bondi Junction is $3,225/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bondi Junction is $1,307/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Bondi Junction had a median income among taxpayers of $71,952 with the average level standing at $129,082. This is among the top percentile nationally 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 $76,543 (median) and $137,317 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bondi Junction is $8,130 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Bondi Junction's disposable income is $8,130 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment environment in Bondi Junction shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 74.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,459 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 12,764 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,723 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bondi Junction has approximately 7,459 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. 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 Bondi Junction stands at 3.4%, which is 0.7 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 Bondi Junction is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (18.2% of employment), finance & insurance (12.2%), and health care & social assistance (11.3%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bondi Junction has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bondi Junction is 74.3%, 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 Bondi Junction shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 18.2% 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 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Bondi Junction'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.
Bondi Junction demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 39.9% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 58.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 19.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
58.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bondi Junction have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
19.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bondi Junction have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Bondi Junction ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bondi Junction are: Bachelor Degree (39.9%), Postgraduate (15.3%), Certificate (11.5%).
29.2% of the population in the suburb of Bondi Junction is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.9% in primary school, 5.0% in secondary school, 7.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
Bondi Junction features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.1% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,405 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,959 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 56.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bondi Junction had 4,405 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.6% to an estimated 4,959 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Bondi Junction is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 56.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (33.9%), group households (9.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,489 family households, couples with children account for 18.5% of all households, couples without children at home 30.1%, and single parent families 6.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Bondi Junction shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 33.9% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 56.5% 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 32.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 52.7% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 33.9% of all households in the suburb of Bondi Junction, 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 9.4% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Bondi Junction 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 | 54.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 69.3% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 65.5% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 45.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
Bondi Junction scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 30.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 54.6% born overseas.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bondi Junction are English, comprising 21.3% of the population, Other, comprising 17.7% of the population, and Australian, comprising 13.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 2.2% of Bondi Junction (vs 0.4% across Greater Sydney), French at 1.5% (vs 0.5%) and Spanish at 1.5% (vs 0.6%).
54.6% of the suburb of Bondi Junction population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
30.7% of the population in the suburb of Bondi Junction speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.2% of the suburb of Bondi Junction population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
65.5% of the suburb of Bondi Junction population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bondi Junction 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 | 55.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 65.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 23.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $660 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.1 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bondi Junction, 25.4% of homes are owned outright, 19.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 55.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 5.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Bondi Junction are houses.
In the suburb of Bondi Junction, 65.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 23.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bondi Junction stands at 25.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bondi Junction is $3,100, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bondi Junction is $2,179, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bondi Junction, households with mortgages typically spend 30.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bondi Junction is 1.1, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bondi Junction shows mortgage holders spending 30.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 27.7% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bondi Junction consists of 5.2% detached houses, 23.8% semi-detached dwellings, 65.1% apartments, and 5.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bondi Junction consumes approximately 21.1% of median household income ($10,301 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bondi Junction show attached dwellings contributing 75% of approvals compared to 95% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 25% of applications versus 5% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Bondi Junction is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Bondi Junction's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics 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 | 76.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 95th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 78.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 84.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
Around 76.5% of people in the suburb of Bondi Junction are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Bondi Junction, 3.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.9% of people in the suburb of Bondi Junction are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.8% of the suburb of Bondi Junction population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.7% of people in the suburb of Bondi Junction have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bondi Junction, 76.5% 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 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 | 99 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 99th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 63 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 15,540 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 98th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 182 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 68 | 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 | 57.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 63 public transport stops within the suburb of Bondi Junction.
The suburb of Bondi Junction has 15,540 weekly trips across 68 routes, averaging 2,220 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 118 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest GP is 168 m away and the nearest child care centre 175 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 63 stops nearby, 15,540 weekly trips, access rating 99 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 100 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | |
| Nearest GP | 168 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 175 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 181 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 214 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 262 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 280 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 327 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 339 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 411 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 421 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 717 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Bondi Junction recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Bondi Junction ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Bondi Junction's established property market has recorded 278 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 92% residential and 8% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Bondi Junction are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Bondi Junction's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment environment in Bondi Junction shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
Bondi Junction demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Bondi Junction features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Bondi Junction is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bondi Junction features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Bondi Junction's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics 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.
Bondi Junction has an estimated 11,664 residents, up 12.6% since the 2021 Census, with 14 projects tracked in Bondi Junction.
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 Bondi Junction.
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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 Aug 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 (SAL10465). 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 (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, 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 Bondi Junction 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 Bondi Junction 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.
