East Hills

East Hills has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population of East Hills is around 3,631. This figure reflects a growth of 261 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,370. The current resident population estimate of 3,616 by AreaSearch, following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024, and an additional 16 validated new addresses since the Census date, indicates a population density ratio of 2,631 persons per square kilometer, placing East Hills in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate of 7.7% since the 2021 census exceeded both its SA3 area (4.1%) and SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 59.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year.

For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, East Hills is expected to increase by 352 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 5.2% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within East Hills when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows East Hills has experienced around 36 dwellings receiving development approval per year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 181 homes. So far in FY-26, 21 approvals have been recorded.

With approximately 0.6 people moving to the area for each dwelling built annually between FY-21 and FY-25, supply is meeting or exceeding demand, supporting potential population growth while offering greater buyer choice. New homes are being constructed at an average value of $449,000, aligning with broader regional development trends. Relative to Greater Sydney, East Hills shows 90.0% higher construction activity per person. Recent construction comprises 30.0% standalone homes and 70.0% attached dwellings, marking a significant shift from the current housing pattern of 63.0% houses. This skew towards compact living offers affordable entry pathways, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. East Hills reflects a developing area with around 64 people per approval.

Population forecasts indicate East Hills will gain 187 residents through to 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development patterns suggest new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

The performance of an area is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified six projects that are likely to impact the area. Notable projects include the Canterbury-Bankstown Walking City Project, Weston Street Affordable Housing, Panania Library and Knowledge Centre, and a three-storey mixed-use development with two commercial tenancies. The following list details those projects most likely to be relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals East Hills significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

East Hills has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 2.1% as of June 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.8%. Workforce participation in East Hills is 55.8%, below Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The area has a notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 8.2% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 2.8% while labour force increased by 3.1%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest East Hills' employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, with variations across industry sectors.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ended June 2022 shows median income in East Hills at $53,690 and average income at $66,166. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% from July 2022 to September 2025, estimated current incomes would be approximately $60,460 (median) and $74,510 (average). According to the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family, and personal incomes in East Hills are at the 50th percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that 25.6% of the population fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the regional figure of 30.9%. High housing costs consume 18.5% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 52nd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

East Hills displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

East Hills' dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 63.4% houses and 36.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's figures of 61.5% houses and 38.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in East Hills stood at 29.1%, similar to Sydney metro, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.8% and rented ones at 35.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,500, higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,240. Median weekly rent in East Hills was $375, compared to Sydney metro's $425. Nationally, East Hills' mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,500 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were comparable at $375.

East Hills has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 71.3% of all households, including 35.3% couples with children, 22.5% couples without children, and 11.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.7%, consisting of 25.9% lone person households and 2.5% group households. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 3.1.

Educational attainment in East Hills aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 26.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 18.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 33.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (22.6%). Educational participation is high, with 27.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 8.4% in primary, 8.1% in secondary, and 5.2% in tertiary education.

East Hills has 3 schools with a combined enrollment of 1,748 students, operating under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1010). Educational provision is conventional, split between 1 primary and 2 secondary institutions. The area functions as an education hub, offering 48.1 school places per 100 residents, well above the regional average of 16.8, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

East Hills has 36 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 29 different routes, collectively facilitating 3,710 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 127 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 530 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 103 weekly trips per individual stop.

East Hills's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

East Hills residents show relatively positive health outcomes, with low prevalence of common conditions among the general population, but higher than national averages for older, at-risk cohorts. Private health cover stands at approximately 53% (1,928 people), slightly above Greater Sydney's average of 48.6%.

The most frequent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 7.8% and 7.0% respectively, with 70.8% reporting no medical ailments, compared to 75.8% in Greater Sydney. East Hills has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over, at 18.7% (678 people), versus Greater Sydney's 15.8%. While health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population, overall figures indicate relatively positive trends for the area.

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

East Hills has a high level of cultural diversity, with 32.1% of its population born overseas and 34.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in East Hills, making up 57.3% of the population. However, Islam is overrepresented compared to the Greater Sydney average, comprising 9.7% of the population.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in East Hills are Australian (20.5%), English (20.4%), and Other (13.4%). Notably, Lebanese, Vietnamese, and Macedonian ethnic groups have differing representations compared to regional averages: Lebanese is 4.4% in East Hills versus 14.9% regionally, Vietnamese is 3.9% versus 8.5%, and Macedonian is 1.3% versus 1.7%.

East Hills hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

East Hills's median age is 41 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and somewhat older than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney's average, East Hills has a notably over-represented cohort of 55-64 year-olds at 13.9%, while the 25-34 year-old group is under-represented at 10.8%. According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 15 to 24 has grown from 13.4% to 14.6%, while the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 11.9% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that East Hills's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75 to 84 year-old cohort is projected to grow by 40%, adding 93 residents to reach a total of 326. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to represent 68% of the population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups are projected to decline in population.