Darling Point

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

The population of Darling Point is estimated at around 4,040 as of February 2026, reflecting an increase of 63 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 3,977. This increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 4,038 following examination of ABS data released in June 2024 and validation of three new addresses since the Census date. The suburb's population density ratio is 6,121 persons per square kilometer, placing it within the top 10% nationally according to AreaSearch. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 86.0%. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, 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. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to increase by 351 persons to reach approximately 4,391 by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of around 8.6% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Darling Point is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers for Darling Point shows an average of around 7 new dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years. This totals approximately 35 homes. In FY26 so far, 23 approvals have been recorded. The population has fallen during this period, yet housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, indicating a well-balanced market with good buyer choice.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $2,232,000, reflecting a developer focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Additionally, $3.5 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, suggesting the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Darling Point shows approximately 59% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 19th percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice supporting interest in existing homes. This level is similarly under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. Recent development has been entirely comprised of townhouses or apartments, creating more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers.

At around 807 people per approval, Darling Point shows a mature, established area with an expected population growth of 349 residents through to 2041 according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Darling Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 33 projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include Woollahra Station Activation (Eastern Suburbs Railway), InterContinental Double Bay $1 Billion Mixed-Use Redevelopment, Double Bay Centre Planning & Urban Design Strategy, and One Darling Point. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market in Darling Point shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Darling Point has a highly educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate was 2.5% as of December 2025. Over the past year, there was an estimated employment growth of 2.7%.

As of December 2025, 2,394 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.6%, lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Darling Point was 68.1%, slightly below Greater Sydney's 70.2%. According to Census responses, 64.3% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (64.5%), finance & insurance (13.6%), and health care & social assistance (8.7%) sectors.

Darling Point has a strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share twice the regional level. Conversely, construction is under-represented at 3.7%, compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. Over the year ending December 2025, employment increased by 2.7% while labour force grew by 2.7%, maintaining a stable unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Darling Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.7% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not consider localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The suburb of Darling Point has one of the highest income levels nationally, according to AreaSearch data aggregated from the latest ATO figures for the financial year ending 30 June 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Darling Point is $93,590, with an average income of $318,560. This compares to Greater Sydney's median and average incomes of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth from July 2023 to September 2025, estimated current incomes are approximately $101,882 (median) and $346,784 (average). Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Darling Point rank between the 98th and 99th percentiles nationally. The income bracket of $4000+ is dominant, with 42.2% of residents (1,704 people), unlike broader area patterns where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates at 30.9%. A significant proportion of high earners (53.3% above $3,000/week) indicates strong economic capacity throughout the area. Housing expenses account for 14.6% of income, and residents rank within the 97th percentile for disposable income. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Darling Point features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Darling Point, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 6.5% houses and 93.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metropolitan area's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Darling Point stood at 44.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 19.0% and rented dwellings at 36.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,900, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $825, compared to Sydney metropolitan area's $2,427 and $470 respectively. Nationally, Darling Point's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 56.9% of all households, including 15.5% couples with children, 34.0% couples without children, and 6.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 43.1%, with lone person households at 38.3% and group households comprising 4.9%. The median household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Darling Point shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Darling Point's educational attainment exceeds national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 60.8% possess university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 39.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (17.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Vocational pathways account for 17.1%, with advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 7.4%.

Notably, 22.5% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 7.1% in tertiary, 5.7% in primary, and 5.7% in secondary education.

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

Darling Point has 16 active public transport stops offering a mix of ferry and bus services. These are served by 7 routes that facilitate 2,491 weekly passenger trips in total. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located just 101 meters from the nearest stop. As predominantly residential, most commutes are outward-bound. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 66%, followed by train at 12% and walking at 11%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.8 per dwelling, lower than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high proportion of residents work from home, with 64.3% doing so. Service frequency across all routes averages 355 trips daily, equating to about 155 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Darling Point's health outcomes show excellent results according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 152% of the total population (6,135 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (7.5%) and asthma (5.9%). A majority, 71.5%, report being completely clear of medical ailments, slightly lower than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Darling Point has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 32.0% (1,292 people) compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong, broadly in line with national rankings.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Darling Point was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Darling Point's population showed high cultural diversity, with 14.6% speaking a language other than English at home and 36.4% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 48.0%. Judaism was notably overrepresented at 11.5%, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 0.8%.

The top three ancestral groups were English (26.5%), Australian (17.1%), and Other (11.3%). Some ethnic groups had notable representation: Polish (2.1% vs regional 0.6%), French (1.3% vs 0.5%), and Hungarian (1.3% vs 0.3%).

Darling Point hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Darling Point has a median age of 49, which is higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and also above the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 years are particularly prominent, making up 13.3% of the population, compared to 6.1% nationally. This is a significant increase from the 2021 Census figure of 12.1%. Conversely, the 15-24 age group comprises only 7.4%, which is smaller than in Greater Sydney. The 35-44 age cohort has also decreased since the 2021 Census, from 12.9% to 12.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Darling Point's age structure. Notably, the 85+ group is expected to grow by 73%, reaching 335 people from 193. The combined 65+ age groups will account for 51% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 0-4 and 35-44 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.