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The median house price in East Killara is $3.41m, with units at $462k. House values have moved 0.8% a year compounded over five years.
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East Killara has an estimated 3,003 residents, up from 2,895 at the 2021 Census — a change of 108 people, or 3.7%. That puts 941 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of May 2026, the suburb of East Killara has an estimated population of approximately 3,003, determined via examinations of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region alongside post-Census address validation conducted by AreaSearch. Compared to the 2,895 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents a growth of 108 people (3.7%). This population shift is deduced from the current estimate of 3,003, which AreaSearch calculated from the June 2025 ABS ERP figures and subsequent address tracking. The local population density stands at 941 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical statistics observed in other locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
The suburb of East Killara's 3.7% post-Census growth rate trails the broader SA3 region (4.4%) by just 0.7 percentage points, showing solid underlying expansion. This increase was mostly fueled by arrivals from overseas, which functioned as the primary catalyst for demographic expansion in recent times. Projections published in 2024 by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, utilizing 2022 as the baseline, are employed by AreaSearch for local SA2 sectors. Where such files are unavailable, SA2 forecasts issued by the NSW State Government in 2022 using a 2021 baseline are substituted. Demographic growth dynamics categorized by age are also projected for the suburb of East Killara spanning the years 2032 to 2041. Given these anticipated adjustments, demographic expansion is predicted to register slightly below the median of territories studied by AreaSearch. Specifically, the suburb of East Killara is forecast to add 299 persons by 2041 under these combined SA2 projections, translating to an overall growth rate of 10.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Over the last five years, East Killara has registered no new residential construction permits. This indicates a fully established neighborhood with sparse potential for building expansion. The lack of incoming supply tends to bolster interest in existing homes and helps maintain stable valuations. Compared against Greater Sydney, building activity in East Killara is substantially lower. This restricted volume of building starts generally supports buyer interest and pricing for established residences. This rate is similarly below the national average, indicating a mature market and highlighting potential planning restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around East Killara
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside East Killara, worth an estimated $16 million. A further 87 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.54 billion. 17 are already under construction and 33 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and education & training. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure changes, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on performance. AreaSearch has tracked 5 key projects expected to influence the region. Important developments include the Killara Golf Club Residential Development, the Lourdes Retirement Village Expansion, the Buckingham Road Residential Development, and the Killara High School Upgrade, with the following details highlighting the most significant works.
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Transport Oriented Development - Lindfield Precinct
The Lindfield Precinct is part of NSW Government's Transport Oriented Development (TOD) program, accelerating housing supply within 400 metres of high-frequency rail stations. Ku-ring-gai Council's alternative TOD plan was formally gazetted on 14 November 2025, replacing the original state-led controls with tailored local provisions under the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015. The alternative plan allows high-density mixed-use development in the station precinct with building heights between 6 and 24 storeys, while providing stronger protections for heritage conservation areas, tree canopy, and appropriate density transitions.The scheme enables capacity for approximately 24,728 homes across the four Ku-ring-gai TOD precincts (Gordon, Killara, Lindfield and Roseville). Council resolved on 18 November 2025 to discontinue its Land and Environment Court challenge against the original state TOD SEPP, with both parties bearing their own costs. Development applications are now proceeding under the new council-led controls, with multiple projects approved or in the pipeline at Lindfield.
Bridgestone Projects Lindfield
Residential development by Bridgestone Projects featuring modern apartments with integrated commercial spaces. Focus on sustainable design and community amenities. Harmonizing with local environment with generous living spaces.
Ellis Residences
18 luxury three-bedroom apartments in Upper North Shore, Sydney, offering a private enclave near Garigal National Park. Nestled within a tranquil, verdant enclave presenting a haven of elegance and privacy.
Lindfield Village Hub
Major urban renewal project by Ku-ring-gai Council featuring new library, community centre, childcare facility, underground parking, housing, shops, and public park. Located on Woodford Lane car park site.
The Marian - 20, 22A & 22 Marian Street TOD Site
Amalgamated residential development opportunity branded 'The Marian' comprising 20, 22A and 22 Marian Street (approx. 3,876 sqm site) about 200 m to Killara Station. Within NSW TOD area around Killara Station with indicative FSR up to 2.5:1 under the government's TOD policy. Marketed via EOI closing 31 July 2024. No development application identified for the combined site as at August 17, 2025. Planning controls and local council positions on TOD are evolving in Ku-ring-gai.
Buckingham Road Residential Development
A luxury residential development comprising 34 apartments situated in a prime location directly adjoining the prestigious Killara Golf Course. The project includes rezoning from R2 Low Density Residential to R4 High Density Residential with amendments to building height, floor space ratio, and lot size provisions. The development features three small-footprint buildings ranging from 2-4 storeys, designed to integrate with the surrounding low density context while incorporating affordable housing components. Heritage setback zones protect adjacent heritage items, and the design preserves existing vegetation including Blue Gum High Forest.
Stanhope Road Development Site
Raw residential development site at 9, 11 & 15 Stanhope Road with 2,775sqm land area and 55m frontage. Zoned R2 Low Density Residential with potential for subdivision and development of luxury homes.
St Ives Indoor Sports Centre
Two storey indoor sports complex at St Ives High School delivering two additional courts (to total four), a multipurpose room, male and female amenities, cafe and associated works including underground parking and landscaping. Stage 1 opened in early 2021. Stage 2 is being delivered by School Infrastructure NSW on behalf of Ku-ring-gai Council.
1,427 residents of East Killara are employed, from a labour force of 1,472. Unemployment sits at 3.1%, with participation at 58.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor force is exceptionally well-educated, showcasing a strong presence in the technology sector, a low unemployment rate of 3.1%, and a yearly employment growth estimate of 2.1% derived from aggregated data. By March 2026, there are 1,427 employed locals, and the joblessness rate is 1.1% lower than the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney. However, labor engagement is much lower, sitting at 58.6% versus the metropolitan level of 69.1%. Census records show that a significant 56.8% of workers operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.
Residents are primarily employed in professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Local employment is highly concentrated in professional & technical fields, representing 1.7 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, the building industry is underrepresented, employing only 3.8% of workers locally compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. Although some local positions are available, comparisons of local jobs to Census workforce data indicate that a large proportion of residents travel outside the suburb for work. According to AreaSearch analysis of compiled SALM and ABS records, the past 12-month timeframe saw a 2.1% rise in jobs alongside a 1.3% expansion of the labor pool, leading to a 0.8 percentage point decline in unemployment. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney recorded employment and labor force growth rates of 1.9% and 1.9% respectively, resulting in a minimal reduction. Future labor demand in the area can be analyzed using Jobs and Skills Australia projections released in May-25. These five and ten-year national estimates are modeled against local employment distributions to project trends. Nationally, employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry performance varies. Aligning these trends to the local workforce suggests employment might expand by 7.6% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, although this remains an illustrative weighting model ignoring local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in East Killara is $3,005 a week (about $156,000 a year), with median personal income at $905 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,526 a year against an average of $102,141. The average runs 102% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the most recent postcode ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, the suburb of East Killara's taxpayers earn a median income of $50,526 and an average of $102,141. These figures are very high on a national scale, compared to a median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 are approximately $55,740 for the median and $112,682 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household incomes placed in the 96th percentile at $3,005 weekly, while individual earnings ranked in the 68th percentile.
Income distribution details show that the largest group is the 39.7% of residents (1,192 people) who earn $4000+, whereas Greater Sydney has its largest segment in the $1,500 - 2,999 range at 30.9%. High weekly earnings over $3,000 are recorded by 50.1% of households, indicating significant purchasing power. Even though housing expenses take up 15.9% of earnings, strong overall income keeps disposable income in the 96th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
East Killara had 882 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 48% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $1,000 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,900 a month, a total housing cost higher than 97% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 33.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the most recent Census, residential stock in the suburb of East Killara was composed of 99.7% separate houses and 0.3% alternative dwellings like apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Greater Sydney comprised 55.9% houses and 44.1% other options. The proportion of residents owning their properties outright reached 48.1%, which is far higher than the Sydney metro average, with 40.0% carrying mortgages and 11.9% renting. Typical monthly mortgage payments stood at $3,900, substantially higher than the metropolitan median of $2,427, and median weekly rent was $1,000 compared to the regional figure of $470.
These local repayments and rental costs are also well above the respective Australian averages of $1,863 and $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
East Killara counted 882 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.2 people each. 55% are couples with children, more than in 97% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 10% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local households at 88.5%, consisting of 55.1% couples raising children, 22.1% couples with no children, and 10.1% single parents. The remaining 11.5% are non-family arrangements, with single occupants at 10.4% and shared residences at 0.7%. The typical household size is 3.2 individuals, which exceeds the Greater Sydney median of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
55.4% of adults in East Killara hold a university qualification, including 35.5% with a bachelor degree and 17.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 87% of areas nationally. A further 6.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 1,685 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,154 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Academic qualifications in the suburb of East Killara are much higher than wider averages, with 55.4% of citizens aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. This strong academic background benefits the local community in knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent 35.5% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees at 17.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational education is held by 15.5% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificate courses at 6.6%. Student enrollment is high, with 34.3% of local citizens active in formal studies.
This population comprises 11.3% attending high schools, 9.9% in primary schools, and 8.7% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in East Killara reaches 27 stops on 41 routes, timetabled for about 920 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Transit assessments show 27 active bus stops operating in East Killara. These facilities are linked to 41 distinct routes, supplying 916 passenger trips per week. Transit access is classified as excellent, with a typical distance of 124 meters to the closest stop. Given the suburb's residential nature, most workers travel out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary option at 81% and trains at 13%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars, exceeding the regional baseline. A substantial 56.8% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was potentially affected by COVID-19 rules.
Transit runs average 130 trips daily across the network, which represents roughly 33 departures per week at each stop.
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78.1% of residents in East Killara report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 98% of areas nationally. 3.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 67.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Public health data shows exceptional wellbeing indicators in the suburb of East Killara, as reflected in low mortality and minimal chronic illness rates across every age category, coupled with private health insurance coverage for roughly 67% of the community (2,017 people). This is higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 59.9% and the national standard of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most frequently recorded conditions locally, affecting 5.1% and 5.0% of the population respectively, whereas 78.1% of citizens reported no ongoing health ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and over account for 19.4% of the population (582 people), which is higher than the metropolitan proportion of 15.5%.
Senior citizens exhibit very strong health profiles, with national comparisons reflecting overall population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
56.1% of East Killara residents were born overseas and 55.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 94% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (38.8%) and English (15.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Culturally diverse indicators are very high, with 55.6% of residents using a non-English language at home and 56.1% having been born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 35.7% of the local population. However, the most disproportionately represented faith is Judaism at 2.7% of residents, compared to only 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three leading heritages are Chinese at 38.8% of residents (significantly above the Greater Sydney average of 8.4%), English at 15.4%, and Australian at 11.6% (which is below the metropolitan level of 17.8%).
Other specific backgrounds showing higher concentration include Korean at 2.6% (compared to 1.1% regionally), Hungarian at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%), and Russian at 0.5% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of East Killara is 43. 25.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The suburb of East Killara has a median age of 43, which is older than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and the national average of 38. Residents aged 15 - 24 are highly represented at 17.6%, whereas the 25 - 34 segment is smaller at 7.7% compared to Greater Sydney. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 segment has risen from 15.2% to 17.6%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has climbed from 5.8% to 6.9%. In contrast, the 0 to 4 demographic dropped from 3.3% to 2.3%. Looking toward 2041, forecasts suggest notable changes in the age makeup of the suburb of East Killara.
The 75 to 84 age category is expected to rise by 99 people (48%) from 207 to 307. Furthermore, demographic groups aged 65+ will comprise 66% of all population growth, indicating a graying profile. Conversely, the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 demographics are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for East Killara
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Oct 2025 10 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Oct 2025. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,895 at the 2021 Census → 3,003 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL11358). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.