Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Bundeena has an estimated 2,127 residents, up 1.1% since the 2021 Census, with 72 projects tracked in the area around Bundeena.
Updated 27 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 25 kilometres south-southwest from the Sydney CBD, the suburb of Bundeena is an established coastal enclave renowned for its picturesque setting along New South Wales' eastern seaboard, blending pristine beaches, lush parklands, and rich cultural heritage. The area is celebrated as a hub for swimming, surfing, and snorkeling, alongside scenic national park trails rich in native flora and fauna. Culturally, the locality retains strong Indigenous connections through historic rock art sites and landmarks such as Captain Cook's Landing Place. Based on AreaSearch analysis of quarterly address updates and annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures, the suburb of Bundeena recorded an estimated population of approximately 2,127 as of Aug 2026, showing minimal overall change since the 2021 Census count of 2,103 people.
Demographically, the suburb of Bundeena is characterised by an educated population with a prominent share of mature residents, particularly those aged 55 to 64yo, retirees, and couples without children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,999 in 2006 and 2,120 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,127 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 17.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.2%.
Bundeena ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for education and the 83rd for infrastructure drivers.
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 Bundeena is $831 a week, up 5.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 5% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.1%.
5% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $768 in 2017, $1,205 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $554 in 2017, $812 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Reef Street, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $1,300,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Woodfield Avenue, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $1,350,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 24 Woodfield Avenue, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $1,390,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 34 Bournemouth Street, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $1,080,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Neil Street, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $1,800,000 | 26 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 52 Loftus Street, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $2,250,000 | 21 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 13 Bombora Avenue, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $1,100,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 23 Neil Street, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $4,700,000 | 4 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 73 Scarborough Street, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $1,495,000 | 31 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 46 Eric Street, Bundeena NSW 2230 | $1,375,000 | 22 Jul 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 22 Apr 2025 (the latest settled 22 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $1,350,000 (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 | $831 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.38m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,350,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 22 Apr 2025 to 22 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $1,205 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $812 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Sutherland | $838 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Sutherland, over 12 months | +7.3% | 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 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 21 tracked applications: 1 approved, 9 under assessment, 11 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 72 projects in and around Bundeena, 19 of them under construction.
Ongoing environmental and navigational management project focused on the Port Hacking Estuary.
Demolition of existing residential structures and construction of a six-storey luxury residential flat building comprising 5 whole-floor…
A five-storey residential flat building comprising 16 apartments, replacing existing structures.
Isla Cronulla (also known as Isla South Cronulla Beach) is a luxury beachfront residential development featuring 12 exclusive whole-floor…
A nine-storey mixed-use development in Cronulla town centre, featuring 30 apartments (2 two-bedroom and 28 three-bedroom units) with…
A landmark 350 million AUD mixed-use urban renewal development featuring two eight-storey towers over a double-storey podium.
Palm Cronulla is a $100 million nine-storey mixed-use development by Sammut Group in partnership with Alceon Group, comprising ground-floor…
Proposed mixed-use redevelopment of the Cronulla RSL site spanning approximately 7,500 sqm with an estimated 22,000 sqm gross floor area.
Extension of Cronulla Esplanade to Hungry Point Reserve capturing spectacular views with new coastal walkways, viewing platforms, cafe…
Phased $28.3 million redevelopment of St Aloysius Catholic College to support its transition to a full Years 7-12 co-educational campus.
Comprehensive redevelopment and modern renewal of the heritage North Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club facilities situated on Mitchell Road.
Boutique development of 21 luxury two and three-bedroom apartments, crafted by an experienced development team and award-winning Vic Lake…
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Estimated completion year of the 37 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 15, 2027 11, 2028 4, 2029 3, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 1. 10 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 21 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bundeena over the period covered (about 4.4 years), 19 in the last 12 months; 9 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 0, 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 (to Oct) 19.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 21 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 19 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 4th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) |
The suburb of Bundeena has seen 0.02 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.62 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 2118 people in the suburb of Bundeena, compared to one for every 165 in the broader region.
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Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bundeena has grown by approximately 121 people, while 3 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 40.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bundeena include: Ozone Cronulla Apartment Development (Completed); Rail Service Improvement Program - T4 Illawarra & Eastern Suburbs Line (Construction); Illawarra Rail Resilience Plan (Planning); Mariyung Fleet (New Intercity Fleet) (Construction); and Rail Service Improvement Program (formerly More Trains More Services) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bundeena spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Residential Development, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of Bundeena demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
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.
Bundeena has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,127 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,805 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,103 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 24 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.18 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bundeena was estimated to be approximately 2,127 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,120 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Bundeena has added approximately 24 people and shown a 1.14% increase from the 2,103 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bundeena is estimated at 1,802 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bundeena has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.5% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bundeena is driven by: Overseas migration (73.0%), Natural increase (27.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 73.0% of overall population gains.
Bundeena ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 50 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 91st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.2% | 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 | 50 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 17.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.4% | 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 Bundeena at 50 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 50 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 50 years as at August 2026, Bundeena is 13 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 12 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Bundeena compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 16.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bundeena compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bundeena show significant variance compared to the Greater Sydney region. The most over-represented age groups are 65-74 year-olds (16.2% vs 8.2%) and 75-84 year-olds (9.4% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (5.7% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.6% of the population in the suburb of Bundeena as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 27.8% of the population in the suburb of Bundeena as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $46,648 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 13th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,525 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,832 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $812 | 2021 Census, weekly | 51st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 26.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,156 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bundeena is approximately $51,462. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $46,648.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bundeena is approximately $77,803. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $70,525.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bundeena is approximately $51,462 compared to $67,093 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $46,648 and $60,817 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bundeena is approximately $77,803 compared to $91,569 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $70,525 and $83,003 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~30.2% / 642 persons) of the suburb of Bundeena's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Bundeena is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.2% of the population. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Bundeena is $1,832/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bundeena is $2,156/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bundeena is $812/wk.
The suburb of Bundeena shows a median taxpayer income of $46,648 and an average of $70,525 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. This is higher than average nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $51,462 (median) and $77,803 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bundeena is $6,547 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Bundeena's disposable income is $6,547 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Bundeena presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.3%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 61.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,049 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,727 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,085 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bundeena has approximately 1,049 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement, though the very low unemployment rate of 3.3% indicates the ranking primarily reflects recent job losses rather than underlying labor market weakness.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Bundeena stands at 3.3%, which is 0.8 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 Bundeena is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.9% of employment), education & training (12.3%), and construction (11.5%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bundeena has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Bundeena is 61.1%, 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 trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Bundeena shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% regionally. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Bundeena's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. However, the low unemployment rate of 3.3% suggests the ranking is driven by recent job losses rather than structural weakness. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 5.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Bundeena shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.8% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 34.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 24.1% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
34.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bundeena have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in the broader region.
28.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bundeena have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% regionally.
The suburb of Bundeena ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bundeena are: Certificate (24.1%), Bachelor Degree (20.8%), Advanced Diploma (12.8%).
27.5% of the population in the suburb of Bundeena is currently engaged in formal education, with 10.6% in primary school, 7.5% in secondary school, 3.2% at university.
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bundeena is 1069, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Bundeena, with a combined enrollment of approximately 171 students.
The suburb of Bundeena includes 1 primary school.
Bundeena has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 795 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 804 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bundeena had 795 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.1% to an estimated 804 households today.
The median household size in the suburb of Bundeena is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 74.2% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (22.4%), group households (3.0%), and other household types (1.3%).
Among the 589 family households, 28.8% are couples with children, 34.1% are couples without children at home, and 9.8% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Bundeena shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Bundeena 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 50.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.2% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 22.4% of all households in the suburb of Bundeena, similar to the regional average of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.0% of households, well below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
In terms of cultural diversity, Bundeena records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 23.2% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.9% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.5% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 76.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
Bundeena was found to be roughly in line with the wider region's average in terms of cultural diversity, with 76.8% of its population born in Australia, 89.5% being citizens, and 92.9% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Bundeena was found to be Christianity, which makes up 44.8% of people in Bundeena. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.5% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bundeena are English, comprising 29.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 19.0%, Australian, comprising 23.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 12.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 6.1%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Bundeena (vs 0.4% regionally), Polish at 1.2% (vs 0.6%) and French at 0.9% (vs 0.5%).
23.2% of the suburb of Bundeena population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% regionally.
7.1% of the population in the suburb of Bundeena speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in the wider region.
1.7% of the suburb of Bundeena population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in the region.
89.5% of the suburb of Bundeena population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bundeena is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 18.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 45.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $554 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 30.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 32.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 95th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bundeena, 45.0% of homes are owned outright, 36.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 18.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Bundeena are houses.
In the suburb of Bundeena, 1.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bundeena stands at 45.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bundeena is $2,600, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bundeena is $1,391, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bundeena, households with mortgages typically spend 32.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 30.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bundeena is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bundeena shows mortgage holders spending 32.8% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% regionally), while renters spend 30.2% of income on rent (vs 22.6% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bundeena consists of 96.8% detached houses, 0.5% semi-detached dwellings, 1.6% apartments, and 1.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bundeena consumes approximately 17.5% of median household income ($7,933 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
Bundeena's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.8% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 58th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.3% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.6% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
Around 54.8% of people in the suburb of Bundeena are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.9% in the broader region of Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Bundeena, 4.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.9% of people in the suburb of Bundeena are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the suburb of Bundeena population, while in the surrounding region, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.0% of people in the suburb of Bundeena have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Sydney, 3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bundeena, 54.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.9%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 46 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 46th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 205 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 125 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 2 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 45.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 17 public transport stops within the suburb of Bundeena.
The suburb of Bundeena has 205 weekly trips across 2 routes, averaging 29 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 184 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 340 m away and the nearest school 493 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 17 stops nearby (16 bus and 1 ferry), 205 weekly trips, access rating 46 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 17 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 17th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 340 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 493 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 498 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 522 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 596 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 6.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Bundeena, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Bundeena has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 17% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Bundeena's resilient property market has recorded 33 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 97% residential and 3% vacant land transactions.
Bundeena has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Bundeena ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
The employment landscape in Bundeena presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.3%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing.
Bundeena shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Bundeena has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size.
In terms of cultural diversity, Bundeena records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bundeena is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Bundeena's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Bundeena has an estimated 2,127 residents, up 1.1% since the 2021 Census, with 72 projects tracked in the area around Bundeena.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 27 Aug 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 Bundeena.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2023. 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 28 Aug 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 (SAL10669). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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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) and income (FY 2023). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Bundeena 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 Bundeena 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.