Bondi Junction

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

As of February 2026, the estimated population of Bondi Junction is around 11,682, reflecting a 12.7% increase since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 10,361 people. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 11,312 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 536 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 10,816 persons per square kilometer, placing Bondi Junction in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth exceeded that of its SA3 area (6.0%) and SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 89.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts 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 for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year.

Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Bondi Junction is expected to grow by 1,761 persons to 2041, reflecting a 9.8% increase in total over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Bondi Junction among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Bondi Junction has experienced around 95 dwellings receiving development approval per year. Over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 477 homes were approved, with an additional three approved in FY-26 so far. On average, 0.8 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over these years, indicating that new supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand.

The average construction cost value of new properties is $777,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This financial year has seen $46.5 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Bondi Junction has 209% more building activity per person. New development consists primarily of attached dwellings (96%), with a smaller proportion of detached houses (4%). This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and caters to downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers.

The location has approximately 82 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Looking ahead, Bondi Junction is expected to grow by 1,151 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Twenty projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area, with key ones including Mixed-Use Development with Affordable Housing at 362-384 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction; Origami Bondi Junction; Signature Build-to-Rent Precinct at 362-384 Oxford Street; and Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment performance in Bondi Junction has been broadly consistent with national averages

Bondi Junction has a highly educated workforce. In the technology sector, it stands out in terms of representation. Its unemployment rate is 4.2%, with an estimated employment growth of 3.1% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, 7,274 residents are employed. The unemployment rate aligns with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is at 74.8%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 57.6% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Leading employment industries among residents include professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. The area shows strong specialization in professional & technical, with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. Manufacturing employs only 2.4% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 5.7%. The ratio of 0.9 workers per resident indicates substantial local employment opportunities. During the year to September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.1%, and labour force increased by 3.2%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 percentage points. This compares to Greater Sydney, where employment grew by 2.1%, labour force expanded by 2.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer further insight into potential future demand within Bondi Junction. These projections suggest that national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. However, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Bondi Junction's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.4% over five years and 14.6% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Bondi Junction's median taxpayer income is $67,719, with an average of $126,130, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data for the financial year 2023. This is notably higher than Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. By September 2025, estimates based on an 8.86% Wage Price Index growth project a median taxpayer income of approximately $73,719 and an average of around $137,305 in Bondi Junction. Census 2021 data ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Bondi Junction between the 87th and 94th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that 29.5% of locals (3,446 people) earn over $4,000 weekly, contrasting with the metropolitan region where 30.9% earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly. Notably, 41.2% of Bondi Junction residents earn above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 21.1% of income, yet strong earnings place disposable income at the 79th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Bondi Junction 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 Junction, as per the latest Census, consisted of 5.2% houses and 94.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bondi Junction was at 25.4%, with the rest being mortgaged (19.2%) or rented (55.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Bondi Junction was $3,100, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was $660, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Bondi Junction's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 56.5% of all households, including 18.5% composed of couples with children, 30.1% consisting of couples without children, and 6.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 43.5%, with lone person households at 33.9% and group households making up 9.4%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Educational attainment in Bondi Junction is notably higher than national averages. Specifically, 58.0% of residents aged 15 years and over hold university qualifications, compared to the Australian average of 30.4% and the New South Wales (NSW) average of 32.2%. This high level of educational attainment positions Bondi Junction favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification, held by 39.9% of residents aged 15 years and over, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 15.3%, and graduate diplomas at 2.8%.

Vocational pathways account for 22.2% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and over, with advanced diplomas making up 10.7% and certificates 11.5%. Educational participation is high in Bondi Junction, with 29.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.2% pursuing tertiary education, 6.9% in primary education, and 5.0% undertaking secondary education.

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

Bondi Junction has 62 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 71 individual routes that collectively facilitate 23,700 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically living 119 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 41%, followed by trains at 24% and walking at 16%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.4 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 57.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 3,385 trips per day, equating to approximately 382 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Health outcomes data shows exceptional results for Bondi Junction, based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups. Private health cover was found to be exceptionally high at approximately 77% of the total population (8,944 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions were asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.9 and 5.7% of residents respectively. 78.1% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. As of 2021, 15.5% of residents were aged 65 and over (1,810 people). Health outcomes among seniors were particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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 has a high level of cultural diversity, with 30.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 54.6% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Bondi Junction, making up 37.3% of people there. However, Judaism is substantially overrepresented compared to the Greater Sydney average, comprising 12.5% of Bondi Junction's population.

The top three ancestry groups are English at 21.3%, Other at 17.7%, and Australian at 13.2%. Notably, Russian (2.2%), French (1.5%), and Spanish (1.5%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.4%, 0.5%, and 0.6% respectively.

Bondi Junction's population is younger than the national pattern

Bondi Junction has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age group makes up 26.4% of Bondi Junction's population, compared to Greater Sydney, while the 5-14 cohort comprises 6.7%. This 25-34 concentration is higher than the national average of 14.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 8.9% to 11.7%, while the 25-34 cohort has declined from 27.8% to 26.4%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Bondi Junction. The 75-84 age group is projected to increase by 252 people (35%), from 712 to 965. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 55% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 5-14 and 0-4 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.