Drummoyne

Drummoyne 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 February 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Drummoyne is around 12,515. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 12,011 people, marking a growth of 504 individuals or approximately 4.2%. AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 12,506, based on June 2024 ABS ERP data and validated new addresses since the Census date, supports this increase. The population density ratio is 5,417 persons per square kilometer, placing Drummoyne in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 77.0% to recent population gains. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a 2022 base year, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a 2021 base year for areas not covered by the first data set.

These projections indicate a decline of 24 persons in Drummoyne's population by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are expected to grow, notably the 85 and over age group which is projected to increase by 451 people.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Drummoyne recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Drummoyne had around 62 new homes approved annually. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 310 homes were approved, with an additional 24 approved in FY-26 so far. Despite population decline during this period, development activity has been adequate relative to the decrease in residents, which could be seen as positive for buyers.

The average expected construction cost value of new homes is $720,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This financial year has seen $13.2 million in commercial approvals, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Drummoyne records about three-quarters the building activity per person and ranks among the 75th percentile of areas assessed nationally. However, building activity has accelerated in recent years.

New development consists of 42.0% standalone homes and 58.0% medium and high-density housing, providing accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 162 people per dwelling approval, Drummoyne exhibits characteristics of a low density area. Given the expected stability or decline in population, there may be reduced pressure on housing in Drummoyne, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 17 projects that may affect this region. Notable initiatives include the Drummoyne Oval Precinct Plan, Canada Bay Council Infrastructure Program, Scalabrini Harbourside Seniors Housing in Drummoyne, and Lusso Drummoyne. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Drummoyne ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Drummoyne has a highly educated workforce, with the technology sector notably represented. Its unemployment rate is 2.2%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 7,509 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.0% below Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Drummoyne is similar to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Census responses indicate that 59.0% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The dominant employment sectors are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Notably, professional & technical employment is at 1.4 times the regional average, while retail trade employs only 6.6% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 9.3%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Drummoyne's labour force increased by 0.2%, while employment declined by 0.5%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labour force grow by 2.4%, with unemployment rising by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Drummoyne's employment should increase by 7.3% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023, Drummoyne had a median income among taxpayers of $79,797 and an average income of $123,619. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to the Greater Sydney levels of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Drummoyne would be approximately $86,867 (median) and $134,572 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Drummoyne rank highly nationally, between the 94th and 96th percentiles. Income distribution indicates that 34.3% of the population (4,292 individuals) fall within the $4000+ range, contrasting with the surrounding region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 30.9%. The area demonstrates considerable affluence with 47.7% earning over $3,000 per week. High housing costs consume 15.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 94th percentile nationally. Drummoyne's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Drummoyne, as evaluated at the 2016 Census, comprised 30.5% houses and 69.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Drummoyne was at 34.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.1% and rented dwellings at 36.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,200, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was $600, while Sydney metro recorded $470. Nationally, Drummoyne's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Drummoyne features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households make up 67.5% of all households, including 27.4% couples with children, 30.0% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.5%, with lone person households at 28.6% and group households comprising 3.8%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Drummoyne demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Drummoyne's educational attainment is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 50.9% have university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 33.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (14.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.8%). Vocational pathways account for 24.6%, with advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 13.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.2% in primary education, 6.5% in tertiary education, and 6.3% pursuing secondary education.

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

Drummoyne has 71 active public transport stops, comprising a mix of ferry and bus services. These stops are serviced by 38 routes, collectively providing 9,832 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 143 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Car remains the dominant mode at 76%, followed by bus at 10% and walking at 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 59% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 1,404 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 138 weekly trips per stop.

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

Health outcomes data shows excellent results for Drummoyne, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 76% of the total population (9458 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney, and 55.7% nationally.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.8 and 6.5% of residents respectively. A total of 73.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Drummoyne has 21.3% of residents aged 65 and over (2665 people), higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Drummoyne, as per the 2016 Census, had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas with 30.1% of its population born overseas and 22.7% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Drummoyne with 57.4%. However, Judaism showed an overrepresentation at 0.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 0.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (21.4%), Australian (18.2%), and Other (10.7%), which was lower than the regional average of 16.0%. Notably, Russian (0.7% vs 0.4%) and Italian (8.0% vs 3.4%) groups were overrepresented in Drummoyne compared to regional averages, while Greek (4.1% vs 1.9%) also showed a higher representation.

Drummoyne's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Drummoyne is 42 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The age group of 55-64 has a strong representation at 12.7% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 13.0%. According to post-2021 Census data, the population aged 15 to 24 grew from 9.0% to 11.3%, and the 75 to 84 age group increased from 6.2% to 7.6%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort declined from 14.3% to 13.0%, and the 35 to 44 age group dropped from 15.0% to 13.8%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes in Drummoyne. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 84% (387 people), reaching 851 from 463. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 100% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.