Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Doonside has an estimated 14,129 residents, up 3.8% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Doonside.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Doonside is situated 33 kilometres west-northwest of the Sydney CBD, functioning as an established residential community with a culturally diverse population and a comparatively youthful median age of 36. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at around 14,129 based on AreaSearch's analysis of yearly SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly national address updates. This marks an expansion of 515 people (3.8%) from the 13,614 residents documented in the 2021 Census, reflecting a modest growth trajectory alongside notably low sales volumes relative to total population size.
Demographically and economically, the suburb is characterised by larger-than-average household sizes and an above-average proportion of renters, with a strong contingent of overseas-born residents enriching the local fabric. The community's workforce demonstrates notable representation across transport and logistics, wholesale trade, and administrative services.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Doonside is situated 33 kilometres west-northwest of the Sydney CBD, functioning as an established residential community with a culturally diverse population and a comparatively youthful median age of 36. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at around 14,129 based on AreaSearch's analysis of yearly SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly national address updates. This marks an expansion of 515 people (3.8%) from the 13,614 residents documented in the 2021 Census, reflecting a modest growth trajectory alongside notably low sales volumes relative to total population size.
Demographically and economically, the suburb is characterised by larger-than-average household sizes and an above-average proportion of renters, with a strong contingent of overseas-born residents enriching the local fabric. The community's workforce demonstrates notable representation across transport and logistics, wholesale trade, and administrative services.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 12,994 in 2006 and 14,078 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,129 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.6%.
Doonside ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for cultural diversity 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 Doonside is $585 a week, up 3.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 26% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.8%.
26% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $414 in 2017, $599 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103 Monash Road, Doonside NSW 2767 | $1,260,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 13 Mountview Avenue, Doonside NSW 2767 | $945,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Verge Place, Doonside NSW 2767 | $1,270,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Blamey Place, Doonside NSW 2767 | $1,095,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5/34 Power Street, Doonside NSW 2767 | $840,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 189 Knox Road, Doonside NSW 2767 | $950,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Seabrook Crescent, Doonside NSW 2767 | $1,120,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 19 Nyleta Street, Doonside NSW 2767 | $1,060,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 220 Hill End Road, Doonside NSW 2767 | $955,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Ballard Place, Doonside NSW 2767 | $1,180,000 | 20 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 28 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $1,020,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 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 | $585 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.10m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $845k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,020,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 28 Apr 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $599 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $461 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +1.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.8% | 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 99 tracked applications: 63 approved, 18 under assessment, 18 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Doonside (1 under construction) and 50 more in the surrounding area.
Construction is underway for a new public preschool at Crawford Public School as part of the NSW Government's 100 New Public Preschools program. The facility will include 2 preschool rooms, an outdoor play area, administration and staff facilities, and accommodate up to 40 children per day. Completion remains scheduled for Day 1, Term 1 2027.
Proposed demolition of existing buildings, consolidation of two lots, tree removal and construction of a two-storey centre-based child care facility for up to 96 children with basement parking for 30 vehicles and associated landscaping and site works. The proposal remains at Development Application stage with Blacktown City Council.
Tree removal, earthworks, Torrens title subdivision of 1 lot into 19 residential lots and 1 residue lot for future public open space, construction of 19 x two-storey detached dwelling houses on each residential lot, retaining walls, creation of a new public road and public pathway, and associated civil works.
Major road upgrade widening 2.2km of Richmond Road to six lanes between the M7 Motorway and Townson Road, Marsden Park. Features include a new flyover bridge from the M7 Rooty Hill Road North off-ramp to Richmond Road northbound, a new concrete bridge over Bells Creek with pedestrian and bike path, intersection upgrades at three locations, and a 4-metre…
Contemporary five-level apartment development offering 67 affordable apartments including 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations with limited garden apartments featuring private courtyards. Located in the heart of Blacktown's transformation, just 100 metres from Blacktown Train Station and Westpoint Shopping Centre.
A major residential development by Australian Development Group in Marsden Park, comprising 860 apartments, community facilities, and retail spaces. Designed by Rothelowman architects, it is the first multi-unit development in the area, enhancing local infrastructure and community amenities.
The Tallawong Reserve and Rosenthal Park Project upgraded two existing parks - Tallawong Reserve in Blacktown and Rosenthal Park in Doonside - funded through the NSW Government's Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program.
Sydney Water is investigating a proposed purified recycled water scheme at the Quakers Hill Water Resource Recovery Facility, featuring an advanced treatment plant, transfer pipeline, and blending infrastructure at Prospect Reservoir.
Four-storey shop-top housing development featuring 32 residential units and four commercial tenancies with basement parking, landscaping and site works. The mixed-use development aims to provide housing density near Rooty Hill station while supporting local commercial activity.
Landcom is working with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure to create an affordable, diverse and sustainable community at Dunsmore Street, Rooty Hill. The project will deliver between 300-500 homes with mixed housing types, including affordable housing for key workers such as childcare staff, nurses and teachers.
The Stage 2 expansion transforms Blacktown Hospital into a major metropolitan facility while upgrading Mount Druitt Hospital. This $1.1 billion project includes a new clinical services building at Blacktown with an expanded emergency department, operating theatres, and ICU.
Blacktown Quarter is a $2.5 billion urban renewal program for the Blacktown city centre, led by Walker Corporation in partnership with Blacktown City Council. The project aims to create a connected, walkable city heart with a rejuvenated public square, new public spaces, improved links and a mix of commercial, retail and community uses.
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Estimated completion year of the 26 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 3, 2027 6, 2028 7, 2029 2, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 99 substantial development applications lodged in and around Doonside over the past 5 years, 75 in the last 12 months; 18 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 7, 2022 5, 2023 3, 2024 4, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 73.
Key application Great Western Highway And Ponds Road, Prospect Retail | $59m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 99 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 75 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 34 | ABS building approvals | 46th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 63 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 18 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Doonside include: Richmond Road Upgrade M7 to Townson Road (Construction); Popondetta Park Junior Soccer Amenities Upgrade (Construction); Crawford Public Preschool (Construction); Doonside Crescent Bushland Reserve Waterway Stabilisation (Construction); and Flemming Grove Footpath and Pedestrian Link Upgrade (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Doonside spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Education & Training, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Doonside compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Doonside area has seen 74 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Doonside's current population of 14,129 has been supported by 34 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Doonside has seen 2.5 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 379 people in the suburb of Doonside, 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 Doonside's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 34, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Doonside has grown by approximately 173 people, while 171 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Doonside is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,129 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,304 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 13,614 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 515 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.13 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Doonside was estimated to be approximately 14,129 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,078 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Doonside has added approximately 515 people and shown a 3.78% increase from the 13,614 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Doonside is estimated at 2,305 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Doonside has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Doonside is driven by: Overseas migration (66.0%), Natural increase (34.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 66.0% of overall population gains.
Doonside's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 30th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 28.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.0% | 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 | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Doonside at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Doonside is comparable to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 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 Doonside compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 9.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Doonside compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 13.0% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Doonside is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.8% of the population in the suburb of Doonside as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.6% of the population in the suburb of Doonside 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) | $49,614 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $55,981 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,582 | 2021 Census, weekly | 40th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $647 | 2021 Census, weekly | 19th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,770 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 26.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Doonside is approximately $52,779. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $49,614.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Doonside is approximately $59,553. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $55,981.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Doonside is approximately $52,779 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $49,614 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Doonside is approximately $59,553 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,981 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Doonside's households (~34.6% / 1,497 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Doonside is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.6% 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 Doonside is $1,582/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Doonside is $1,770/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Doonside is $647/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Doonside is below the national average, with the median assessed at $49,614 while the average income stands at $55,981. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $52,779 (median) and $59,553 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Doonside is $5,507 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Doonside's disposable income is $5,507 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Doonside lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,142 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,058 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,656 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Doonside has approximately 7,142 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.7%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Doonside stands at 6.7%, which is 2.6 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Doonside is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.3% of employment), retail trade (11.0%), and transport, postal & warehousing (10.3%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Doonside has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. 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 Doonside is 66.2%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Doonside shows notable specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 10.3% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this 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 Doonside's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Doonside: university qualifications 25.3%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 971.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 18.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 25.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 44.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
25.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Doonside have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
44.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Doonside have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Doonside ranks in the 34th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Doonside are: Certificate (20.3%), Bachelor Degree (18.6%), Advanced Diploma (10.1%).
32.7% of the population in the suburb of Doonside is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.2% in primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, 5.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Doonside is 971, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Doonside, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,379 students.
The suburb of Doonside includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Doonside features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 19.5% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 36.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,321 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,484 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 77.3% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Doonside had 4,321 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.8% to an estimated 4,484 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Doonside is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 77.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (19.5%), group households (3.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,340 family households, couples with children account for 36.7% of all households, couples without children at home 18.8%, and single parent families 19.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Doonside shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Doonside have an average of 1.8 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 45.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.4% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 19.5% of all households in the suburb of Doonside, similar to 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 3.2% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Doonside 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 | 48.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 48.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 51.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 52.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
Doonside scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 48.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 48.0% born overseas.
The main religion in Doonside was found to be Christianity, which makes up 58.0% of people in Doonside. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 10.3% 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 Doonside are Other, comprising 23.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, Australian, comprising 16.0% of the population, and English, comprising 14.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 11.1% of Doonside (vs 2.0% across Greater Sydney), Samoan at 1.8% (vs 0.5%) and Maltese at 2.0% (vs 1.0%).
48.0% of the suburb of Doonside population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
48.8% of the population in the suburb of Doonside speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
3.6% of the suburb of Doonside population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
77.6% of the suburb of Doonside population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Doonside is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 46.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 64th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Doonside, 22.8% of homes are owned outright, 30.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 46.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Doonside are houses.
In the suburb of Doonside, 2.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Doonside stands at 22.8%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Doonside is $2,100, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Doonside is $1,348, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Doonside, households with mortgages typically spend 30.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Doonside is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Doonside shows mortgage holders spending 30.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 22.1% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Doonside consists of 89.2% detached houses, 8.3% semi-detached dwellings, 2.4% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Doonside consumes approximately 19.7% of median household income ($6,850 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Doonside show attached dwellings contributing 26% of approvals compared to 11% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 74% of applications versus 89% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Doonside is well below the national average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 47.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 9th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.6% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.5% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
Around 47.2% of people in the suburb of Doonside are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Doonside, 7.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.6% of people in the suburb of Doonside are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 7.0% of the suburb of Doonside population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the suburb of Doonside have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Doonside, 47.2% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 82 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 95 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,898 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 146 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 23 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 25.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 95 public transport stops within the suburb of Doonside.
The suburb of Doonside has 3,898 weekly trips across 23 routes, averaging 556 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 153 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 358 m away and the nearest GP 453 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 95 stops nearby, 3,898 weekly trips, access rating 82 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 59 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 59th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 358 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 453 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 580 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 597 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 637 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 735 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 898 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 6 long day care centres with 278 places in Doonside, about 3.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Doonside compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Doonside ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Doonside's resilient property market has recorded 118 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% vacant land transactions.
Doonside is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Doonside's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
The labour market performance in Doonside lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
Education in Doonside: university qualifications 25.3%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 971.
Doonside features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Doonside is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Doonside is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Health performance in Doonside is well below the national average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Doonside has an estimated 14,129 residents, up 3.8% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Doonside.
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 Doonside.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 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 (SAL11277). 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 (Jul 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 Doonside 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 Doonside 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.
