Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Eastgardens has an estimated 7,014 residents, up 71.7% since the 2021 Census, with 88 projects tracked in the area around Eastgardens.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Conveniently situated 8.8 kilometres south from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Eastgardens has emerged as a dense and highly active development area characterised by well above average population density and growth drivers. As of Aug 2026, the suburb's population is estimated at around 7,014, reflecting an increase of 2,928 people (71.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,086 people. This latest figure is derived from aggregated yearly SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts alongside quarterly national address file updates. Strong expansion patterns are matched by robust property market turnover, with sales volumes running significantly above average relative to population, while local development activity continues to outpace wider benchmarks.
The suburb features a high proportion of teenagers as well as young adults comprised largely of group households.
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01Profile
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Conveniently situated 8.8 kilometres south from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Eastgardens has emerged as a dense and highly active development area characterised by well above average population density and growth drivers. As of Aug 2026, the suburb's population is estimated at around 7,014, reflecting an increase of 2,928 people (71.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,086 people. This latest figure is derived from aggregated yearly SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts alongside quarterly national address file updates. Strong expansion patterns are matched by robust property market turnover, with sales volumes running significantly above average relative to population, while local development activity continues to outpace wider benchmarks.
The suburb features a high proportion of teenagers as well as young adults comprised largely of group households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 692 in 2006 and 5,667 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,014 (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, 27.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.1%.
Eastgardens ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education and the 95th for development activity.
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 Eastgardens is $1,344 a week, up 5.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 70% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 6.1%.
70% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $1,322 in 2017, $1,842 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $706 in 2017, $1,294 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 321/8 Studio Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $830,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 508/3 Finch Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $1,120,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 134/146 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $916,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 200 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $2,610,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 631/1 Studio Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $888,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 2 Boonah Avenue, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $1,815,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1537/1 Finch Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $831,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 919/15 Oscar Place, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $1,430,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 715/2 Studio Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $1,000,000 | 8 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 329/126 Banks Avenue, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $770,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 22 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $977,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 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 | $1,344 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 6.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.49m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.08m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $977,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 22 Apr 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,842 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $1,294 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 6.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Botany | $936 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Botany, over 12 months | +4.1% | 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 134 tracked applications: 96 approved, 13 under assessment, 25 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 88 projects in and around Eastgardens, 14 of them under construction.
Reconstruction of the Heffron Park Central amenities block adjacent to the netball courts in Maroubra, funded by the NSW Government under the Level Playing Field Program in association with Randwick City Council.
Redevelopment of Botany Aquatic Centre into a modern community aquatic and recreation facility. The project includes an outdoor 50 m competition pool with grandstand seating, indoor 25 m lap pool, indoor learn-to-swim pool, adventure waterplay, water slides, splash pad, gym, amenities, kiosk, car park upgrades and landscaping.
A $1 billion urban renewal project transforming the former Eastlakes Shopping Centre into a modern town centre. Stage 1 (The Grand Residences) is complete, featuring 133 luxury apartments and a retail precinct anchored by ALDI and Woolworths Metro.
Mixed-use development comprising 65 apartments over 6-7 levels with 9 commercial tenancies on the ground floor and 3 levels of basement car parking for 136 spaces. The project was approved in December 2018 but remains in pre-construction phase.
An ongoing program by Bayside Council encompassing various local community and infrastructure improvements within the Bayside Council area, which includes Eastgardens. These projects range from redevelopments of aquatic centres and park upgrades to new community and cultural facilities, and road and general infrastructure works.
A multi-stage, master-planned community situated near Westfield Eastgardens, featuring thousands of apartments and luxury townhomes. The extensive development includes a dedicated retail precinct, multiple childcare centres, and over 8,000sqm of parklands with recreational facilities like a basketball court and outdoor gym.
Homes NSW and Bridge Housing affordable housing redevelopment replacing 33 existing dwellings with 144 new units in 6 apartment buildings (four 3-storey and two 3-4-storey). The development will feature 94 affordable homes and 50 social housing homes, a communal room, basement car parking, and landscaped open space.
A high-quality mixed-use urban renewal project comprising three towers (9 to 14 storeys) atop a shared podium. The development features 656 student accommodation beds, ground-floor retail, and integrated community facilities.
Major subsea cable landing infrastructure for Google's Pacific Connect Initiative, supporting the Tabua and Honomoana transpacific cables connecting Australia to the United States, Fiji, and French Polynesia.
A vision to transform Westfield Eastgardens into a vibrant, mixed-use town centre. Plans include enhanced retail and leisure offerings, new commercial office towers, an integrated civic plaza, and an improved bus terminus. Future proposals have included high-rise towers for commercial, hotel, and student accommodation, and expansion of the retail area.
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a 3-storey boarding house comprising 70 boarding rooms, managers room, communal areas, basement car parking, landscaping, and associated works.
A 62-dwelling architecturally designed residential development on approximately 2.7 ha within Randwick Barracks, providing quality housing for Defence members and their families.
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Estimated completion year of the 33 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 10, 2027 11, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 20 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 134 substantial development applications lodged in and around Eastgardens over the past 5 years, 43 in the last 12 months; 13 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 13, 2023 11, 2024 41, 2025 26, 2026 (to Oct) 39.
Key application 128 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens Childcare | $156m | 372 dwellings | 20 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 134 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 43 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 56.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 249 | ABS building approvals | 94th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 96 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Eastgardens include: Heffron Park Central Amenities Upgrade (Construction); Heffron Centre (Completed); Sydney Children's Hospital Stage 1 & Minderoo Children's Comprehensive Cancer Centre (Completed); Port Botany Expansion & Rail Duplication (Completed); and Booralee Park Playspace Renewal and Fitness Station (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Eastgardens spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Sports & Recreation, and Health & Medical, among others.
The suburb of Eastgardens ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Eastgardens higher than 95% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Eastgardens area has seen 884 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Eastgardens's current population of 7,014 has been supported by 249 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Eastgardens has seen 56.8 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 12 people in the suburb of Eastgardens, 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 Eastgardens's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 249, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Eastgardens has grown by approximately 2,322 people, while 1,245 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.9 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.
Population growth drivers in Eastgardens are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,014 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +71.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 13,577 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +11.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +21.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,086 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,928 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +8.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +8.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.52 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Eastgardens was estimated to be approximately 7,014 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,667 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Eastgardens has added approximately 2,928 people and shown a 71.66% increase from the 4,086 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Eastgardens is estimated at 13,489 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Eastgardens has shown a compound annual growth rate of 21.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Eastgardens is driven by: Overseas migration (65.0%), Natural increase (28.000000000000004%), Interstate migration (7.000000000000001%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 65.0% of overall population gains.
Eastgardens hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 7th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 42.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 59.9% | 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 | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 27.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Eastgardens at 32 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Eastgardens is 5 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 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 Eastgardens compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 27.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Eastgardens compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 9.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Eastgardens show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (27.6% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.0% of the population in the suburb of Eastgardens as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.4% of the population in the suburb of Eastgardens as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 7% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $81,347 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 96th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $115,990 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,232 | 2021 Census, weekly | 80th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,113 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 32.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,565 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Eastgardens is approximately $86,537. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $81,347.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Eastgardens is approximately $123,390. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $115,990.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Eastgardens is approximately $86,537 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $81,347 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Eastgardens is approximately $123,390 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $115,990 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Eastgardens's households (~37.1% / 582 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Eastgardens is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.1% 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 Eastgardens is $2,232/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Eastgardens is $2,565/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Eastgardens is $1,113/wk.
The suburb of Eastgardens's income level is exceptionally high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Eastgardens's median income among taxpayers is $81,347 and the average income stands at $115,990, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $86,537 (median) and $123,390 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Eastgardens is $7,295 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Eastgardens's disposable income is $7,295 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Eastgardens has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,955 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,224 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,136 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Eastgardens has approximately 2,955 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.8%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Eastgardens stands at 5.8%, which is 1.6 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 Eastgardens is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (13.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (11.7%), and professional & technical (10.5%). Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Eastgardens 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 Eastgardens is 65.0%, 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 Eastgardens shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Eastgardens's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Eastgardens demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 48.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 25.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
48.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Eastgardens have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
25.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Eastgardens have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Eastgardens ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Eastgardens are: Bachelor Degree (30.9%), Postgraduate (15.4%), Certificate (13.8%).
35.1% of the population in the suburb of Eastgardens is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.5% in primary school, 4.8% in secondary school, 13.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
Eastgardens features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 23.0% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.0% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,569 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,693 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 67.8% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Eastgardens had 1,569 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 71.6% to an estimated 2,693 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Eastgardens is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 67.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (23.0%), group households (9.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,064 family households, couples with children account for 28.1% of all households, couples without children at home 30.0%, and single parent families 7.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Eastgardens shows distinct household patterns. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Marriage patterns reveal 38.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 52.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 23.0% of all households in the suburb of Eastgardens, 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 9.1% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Eastgardens 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 | 59.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 50.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 49.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 57.5% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 40.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
Eastgardens is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 50.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 59.1% born overseas.
The main religion in Eastgardens was found to be Christianity, which makes up 48.9% of people in Eastgardens. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 2.6% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Eastgardens are Chinese, comprising 20.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, Other, comprising 18.8% of the population, and English, comprising 13.4% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Spanish is notably overrepresented at 1.6% of Eastgardens (vs 0.6% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 1.2% (vs 0.4%) and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).
59.1% of the suburb of Eastgardens population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
50.8% of the population in the suburb of Eastgardens speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.1% of the suburb of Eastgardens population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
57.5% of the suburb of Eastgardens population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Eastgardens features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 60.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 15.1% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 82.5% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,760 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $650 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 29.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.1 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Eastgardens, 15.1% of homes are owned outright, 24.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 60.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 15.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Eastgardens are houses.
In the suburb of Eastgardens, 82.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Eastgardens stands at 15.1%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Eastgardens is $2,760, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Eastgardens is $2,377, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Eastgardens, households with mortgages typically spend 28.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 29.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Eastgardens is 1.1, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Eastgardens shows mortgage holders spending 28.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 29.1% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Eastgardens consists of 15.4% detached houses, 2.2% semi-detached dwellings, 82.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Eastgardens consumes approximately 24.6% of median household income ($9,665 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Eastgardens show attached dwellings contributing 98% of approvals compared to 85% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 2% of applications versus 15% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Eastgardens is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Eastgardens's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 71.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 84.5% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 88.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
Around 71.2% of people in the suburb of Eastgardens are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Eastgardens, 2.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
4.9% of people in the suburb of Eastgardens are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.8% of the suburb of Eastgardens population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.6% of people in the suburb of Eastgardens have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Eastgardens, 71.2% 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 | 85 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 85th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,806 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 394 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 37 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 39.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 17 public transport stops within the suburb of Eastgardens.
The suburb of Eastgardens has 3,806 weekly trips across 37 routes, averaging 543 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 150 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest supermarket is 133 m away and the nearest child care centre 148 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 17 stops nearby, 3,806 weekly trips, access rating 85 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 95th percentile nationally |
| Nearest supermarket | 133 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 148 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 150 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 161 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 208 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 282 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 287 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 331 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 516 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 566 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 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 5 long day care centres with 367 places in Eastgardens, about 1.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Eastgardens higher than 95% of real estate markets across the country.
Eastgardens has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 9% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Eastgardens's established property market has recorded 188 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
Population growth drivers in Eastgardens are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Eastgardens hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 7% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Eastgardens has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
Eastgardens demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Eastgardens features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Eastgardens is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Eastgardens features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Eastgardens's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
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.
Eastgardens has an estimated 7,014 residents, up 71.7% since the 2021 Census, with 88 projects tracked in the area around Eastgardens.
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 Eastgardens.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2025. 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 (SAL11370). 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 2025) 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 Eastgardens 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 Eastgardens 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.
