Constitution Hill

Constitution Hill is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Constitution Hill is around 4,575. This figure reflects a growth of 545 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,030. The increase was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 4,369 in Jun 2024, along with six validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,781 persons per square kilometer, placing Constitution Hill in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. The suburb's growth rate of 13.5% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state average (7.8%) and Greater Sydney's growth. Overseas migration contributed approximately 84.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Constitution Hill.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch employs the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, demographic trends suggest that Constitution Hill is expected to grow by approximately 370 persons by 2041, reflecting an increase of around 3.6% over the 17-year period. This growth rate is just below the median for national statistical areas.

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

Constitution Hill has recorded around 21 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 109 homes were approved, with an additional 11 approved so far in FY-26. This results in an average of about one new resident per year per dwelling constructed during this period.

The average construction value for these properties is around $487,000, indicating a focus on the premium market. In terms of commercial approvals, Constitution Hill has registered approximately $16.4 million this financial year. Compared to Greater Sydney, Constitution Hill has about three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 57th percentile nationally. Recent construction comprises an equal split between detached dwellings and medium to high-density housing.

The location currently has around 266 people per dwelling approval, suggesting room for population growth. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Constitution Hill is expected to gain approximately 164 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling population growth beyond current forecasts.

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

Six projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area's performance. These include Civic Link Pendle Hill, Pendle Hill Active Transport Link (Stage 2), The Children's Hospital at Westmead Redevelopment, and Fitzwilliam Road and Tucks Road Roundabout Upgrade.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Constitution Hill ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Constitution Hill has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. The unemployment rate in December 2025 was 3.0%. Employment grew by 4.5% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of December 2025, 2,394 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.2% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation was at 67.9%, slightly below Greater Sydney's 70.2%. A high proportion (43.2%) of residents worked from home, possibly influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors were health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

The area had a significant specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services were under-represented at 8.9% compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Limited local employment opportunities were suggested by the difference between Census working population and resident population counts. Over the year to December 2025, employment increased by 4.5%, labour force by 4.7%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney had employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Constitution Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localized population projections.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

Constitution Hill's postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows median income at $49,343 and average income at $59,261. These figures are below Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. By September 2025, estimated incomes based on an 8.86% Wage Price Index growth would be approximately $53,715 (median) and $64,512 (average). Census data indicates household, family, and personal incomes in Constitution Hill rank modestly, between the 32nd and 47th percentiles. Income brackets show that 27.9% of locals (1,276 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, similar to the metropolitan region's 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 45th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Constitution Hill displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Constitution Hill's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 61.9% houses and 38.1% other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Sydney metropolitan area's figures of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Constitution Hill stood at 29.4%, similar to the Sydney metro level, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.8% and rented ones at 39.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Constitution Hill was $2,167, lower than Sydney's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in the area was $410, compared to Sydney's $470. Nationally, Constitution Hill's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863 and rents exceeded the national average of $375.

Constitution Hill has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 74.3% of all households, including 34.9% couples with children, 21.4% couples without children, and 16.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.7%, with lone person households making up 22.3% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Constitution Hill fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 31.6%, significantly lower than the SA3 area average of 50.2%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 21.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are common, with 28.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (18.6%). Educational participation is high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes primary education (10.0%), secondary education (8.7%), and tertiary education (6.3%).

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

Constitution Hill has 22 operational public transport stops, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by 27 different routes, facilitating a total of 4023 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated highly, with residents typically residing 152 meters from the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 81%, followed by trains at 10% and buses at 6%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 43.2% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Daily service frequency averages 574 trips across all routes, translating to approximately 182 weekly trips per individual stop.

Constitution Hill's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Constitution Hill residents have relatively positive health outcomes, according to AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health conditions. The area's results align with national benchmarks, showing a standard level of common health conditions across both young and old age cohorts. Approximately 50% (~2,305 people) have private health cover, lower than Greater Sydney's 59.9% and slightly below the national average of 55.7%.

Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 7.7% and 7.0% of residents respectively. About 71.5% declare themselves free from medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Health outcomes among working-age residents are typical. The area has a higher proportion of seniors (17.1%, or 782 people) than Greater Sydney (15.4%). Senior health outcomes in Constitution Hill are above average and align with national rankings for the general population.

Constitution Hill is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Constitution Hill has a high level of cultural diversity, with 40.0% of its population born overseas and 44.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Constitution Hill, accounting for 58.6% of the population. Hinduism is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 7.8% versus 5.2%.

The top three ancestral groups are Other (18.4%), Australian (16.9%), and English (16.0%). Notably, Lebanese people are overrepresented at 7.3%, compared to the regional average of 2.6%. Korean people also have a higher representation in Constitution Hill at 1.8% versus 1.1%, as do Spanish people at 0.8% versus 0.6%.

Constitution Hill's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Constitution Hill is close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Constitution Hill has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (13.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (13.3%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 12.5% to 13.9%, while the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 14.4% to 13.3%. By 2041, Constitution Hill's age composition is expected to change significantly. The population aged 75-84 is projected to grow by 32% (86 people), reaching 356 from 269. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 61% of the total population growth, indicating a clear aging trend. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 0-4 and 25-34.