Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Colebee has an estimated 6,524 residents, up 32.8% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Colebee.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Colebee is located 36 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD. Its population is estimated at around 6,524 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This is an increase of 1,610 people (32.8%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 4,914 people.
Colebee combines strong educational qualifications and median incomes among the highest nationally with a high proportion of married families, above-average household size and a housing stock led by detached homes. It has a notable 35 to 44yo presence, a high share of children and teenagers, and a working-age population largely comprising family households and couples with children. The suburb is exceptionally well educated, highly culturally diverse and very affluent. Population growth places Colebee in the top 10% of areas nationally, while sales activity is relatively low compared with its population size.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 51 in 2006 and 6,519 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,524 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 20.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.9%.
Colebee ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for population growth and the 98th 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 Colebee is $937 a week, up 3.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 19% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.5%.
19% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $664 in 2017, $959 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sebastian Crescent, Colebee NSW 2761 | $1,878,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 13 Irvington Road, Colebee NSW 2761 | $800,000 | 27 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Stratheden Avenue, Colebee NSW 2761 | $1,350,000 | 25 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Santarosa Street, Colebee NSW 2761 | $1,750,000 | 21 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Irvington Road, Colebee NSW 2761 | $725,000 | 21 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 65 Sebastian Crescent, Colebee NSW 2761 | $1,675,000 | 27 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Toledo Street, Colebee NSW 2761 | $1,608,000 | 24 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 36 Coraki Road, Colebee NSW 2761 | $1,356,888 | 23 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Irvington Road, Colebee NSW 2761 | $1,223,000 | 20 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Masters Circuit, Colebee NSW 2761 | $1,860,000 | 9 Jul 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 43 residential sales recorded since 19 Dec 2025 (the latest settled 9 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 43, houses and units together, was $1,425,000 (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 | $937 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.41m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,425,000 | Median of the 43 most recent residential sales, settled 19 Dec 2025 to 9 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $959 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $745 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Blacktown | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Blacktown, over 12 months | +4.0% | 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: 12 approved, 3 under assessment, 6 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Colebee (2 under construction) and 41 more in the surrounding area.
Major masterplanned community by Stockland delivering more than 4,000 new homes across Marsden Park in Sydney's north-west growth corridor…
A planned protected rail corridor of about 15 km between the Tallawong Stabling Facility and St Marys Station, passing Schofields Station…
Masterplanned residential community in Marsden Park delivering 3,000+ lots with parks, open space, paths and a future school.
Akuna Vista is a 136-hectare masterplanned community by Defence Housing Australia in Nirimba Fields.
Residential development of 45 two and three-storey townhouses with private garages and courtyards.
Upgrade of approximately 1.6 km of Richmond Road between Elara Boulevard and Heritage Road in Marsden Park.
Neighbourhood shopping centre with Coles supermarket, 16 specialty retailers, medical centre, gym, childcare centre and community…
A dual school campus featuring a high school for 2,000 students and a primary school for 1,000 students.
A major town centre development currently in the master planning phase, led by Blacktown City Council.
Completed mixed-use development featuring 850 apartments, ground floor retail, childcare centre, and landscaped public spaces.
A major residential development by Australian Development Group in Marsden Park, comprising 860 apartments, community facilities, and…
High-density residential development near Schofields railway station, comprising four apartment buildings with 400 dwellings.
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Estimated completion year of the 33 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 5, 2027 5, 2028 9, 2029 2, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 3. 4 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 21 substantial development applications lodged in and around Colebee over the period covered (about 4.1 years), 16 in the last 12 months; 3 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 1, 2024 1, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 16.
Key application 9 Townson Road, Marsden Park Childcare | $4m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 21 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 8.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 40 | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Colebee include: Richmond Road Upgrade - M7 to Townson Road (Construction); Richmond Road Upgrade - Elara Boulevard to Heritage Road (Construction); Stockland Elara Masterplanned Community (Construction); Marsden Park Strategic Town Centre (Planning); and Sydney Metro - Tallawong to St Marys Corridor (T2SM) (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Colebee spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Colebee ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Colebee among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Colebee area has seen 43 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Colebee's current population of 6,524 has been supported by 40 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Colebee has seen 8.5 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 298 people in the suburb of Colebee, 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 Colebee's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 40, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Colebee has grown by approximately 2,271 people, while 198 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 11.5 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.
Colebee lies within the top 1% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,524 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +32.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,877 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +8.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +17.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,914 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,610 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +6.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.48 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Colebee was estimated to be approximately 6,524 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,519 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Colebee has added approximately 1,610 people and shown a 32.76% increase from the 4,914 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Colebee is estimated at 1,875 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Colebee has shown a compound annual growth rate of 17.3% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Colebee is driven by: Interstate migration (75.0%), Natural increase (16.0%), Overseas migration (10.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 75.0% of overall population gains.
Colebee's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 25.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.4% | 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 | 33 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 20.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Colebee at 34 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 33 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Colebee is 3 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 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 Colebee compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 18.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Colebee compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Colebee show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (18.5% vs 11.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.3% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.9% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 25.5% of the population in the suburb of Colebee as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 6.1% of the population in the suburb of Colebee as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 89% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,297 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $73,670 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,223 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,173 | 2021 Census, weekly | 89th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 55.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,102 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 4.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Colebee is approximately $69,463. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,297.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Colebee is approximately $78,370. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $73,670.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Colebee is approximately $69,463 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,297 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Colebee is approximately $78,370 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,670 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Colebee's households (~32.9% / 426 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Colebee is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.9% 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 Colebee is $3,223/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Colebee is $3,102/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Colebee is $1,173/wk.
The suburb of Colebee shows a median taxpayer income of $65,297 and an average of $73,670 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is just above the national average, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,463 (median) and $78,370 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Colebee is $11,314 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Colebee's disposable income is $11,314 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Colebee places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 79.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,842 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,816 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,892 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Colebee has approximately 3,842 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.3%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Colebee stands at 1.3%, which is 2.8 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 Colebee is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.1% of employment), retail trade (9.3%), and manufacturing (8.2%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 33.6% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include finance & insurance and transport, postal & warehousing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Colebee has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Colebee is 79.9%, 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 Colebee shows notable specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 7.8% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the 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 Colebee's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Colebee demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 42.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 32.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
42.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Colebee have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
32.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Colebee have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Colebee ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Colebee are: Bachelor Degree (29.9%), Certificate (15.2%), Advanced Diploma (10.7%).
34.6% of the population in the suburb of Colebee is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.8% in primary school, 9.4% in secondary school, 5.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
Colebee features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.7 people | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 67.7% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,294 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,718 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 94.3% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Colebee had 1,294 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 32.8% to an estimated 1,718 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Colebee is 3.7 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 94.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (4.8%), group households (1.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,220 family households, couples with children account for 67.7% of all households, couples without children at home 17.2%, and single parent families 8.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Colebee shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 94.3% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 4.8% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Colebee have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 61.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.1% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 4.8% of all households in the suburb of Colebee, notably lower 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 1.0% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Colebee 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 | 48.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 51.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 48.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 51.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
Colebee scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 48.2% of its population born overseas and 51.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Colebee was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.1% of people in Colebee. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 14.6% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Colebee are Other, comprising 20.0% of the population, Indian, comprising 15.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 3.6%, and Filipino, comprising 14.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 2.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 1.4% of Colebee (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Maltese at 1.7% (vs 1.0%) and South African at 0.9% (vs 0.5%).
48.2% of the suburb of Colebee population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
51.2% of the population in the suburb of Colebee speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.8% of the suburb of Colebee population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
85.0% of the suburb of Colebee population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Colebee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 20.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 96th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 69.8% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $620 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Colebee, 9.4% of homes are owned outright, 69.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 20.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Colebee are houses.
In the suburb of Colebee, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Colebee stands at 9.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Colebee is $3,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Colebee is $2,652, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Colebee, households with mortgages typically spend 21.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Colebee is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Colebee shows mortgage holders spending 21.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 19.2% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Colebee consists of 99.8% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Colebee consumes approximately 19.0% of median household income ($13,956 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Colebee show attached dwellings contributing 9% of approvals compared to 0% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 91% of applications versus 100% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Colebee'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 | 54.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 56th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 82.2% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 84.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
Around 54.3% of people in the suburb of Colebee are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Colebee, 2.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.1% of people in the suburb of Colebee are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the suburb of Colebee population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.9% of people in the suburb of Colebee have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Colebee, 54.3% 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 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 | 48 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 48th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 22 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 413 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 274 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 6 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 46.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 22 public transport stops within the suburb of Colebee.
The suburb of Colebee has 413 weekly trips across 6 routes, averaging 59 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 239 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 458 m away and the nearest GP 484 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 22 stops nearby, 413 weekly trips, access rating 48 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 36 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 36th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 458 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 484 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 730 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 809 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 993 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Colebee among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Colebee has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 6% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Colebee's resilient property market has recorded 102 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 95% residential and 5% vacant land transactions.
Colebee lies within the top 1% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Colebee's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 89% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Colebee places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Colebee demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Colebee features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Colebee is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Colebee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Colebee'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 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.
Colebee has an estimated 6,524 residents, up 32.8% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Colebee.
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 Colebee.
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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 Oct 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 (SAL10965). 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 (Oct 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 Colebee 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 Colebee 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.
