Eastlakes

Eastlakes has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of November 2025, the estimated population of the Eastlakes statistical area (Lv2) is around 6,270. This figure reflects a decrease from the 2021 Census count of 6,347 people, representing a drop of 77 individuals or approximately 1.2%. The current estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, which yielded an estimated resident population of 6,231. This results in a population density ratio of 3,135 persons per square kilometer for the Eastlakes (SA2), placing it in the upper quartile compared to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth in the area during recent periods, contributing approximately 91.0% of overall population gains.

For projections, AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia's SA2-level projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for covered areas, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for uncovered areas. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, the Eastlakes (SA2) is projected to experience lower quartile growth relative to national statistical areas. By 2041, its population is expected to increase by approximately 233 persons, representing a total increase of around 3.7% over the 16-year period from November 2025.

The level of residential development activity in Eastlakes is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Eastlakes shows an average annual total of around 6 new dwelling approvals over the past five financial years, totalling approximately 34 homes. As of FY-26, 2 approvals have been recorded to date. The area has experienced population decline while maintaining new supply, likely meeting demand and offering varied buyer choices with upmarket properties averaging $558,000 in construction cost value. This year, there have also been $74,000 in commercial approvals, reflecting the residential nature of Eastlakes.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Eastlakes has significantly lower building activity (88.0% below regional average per person), which generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. However, development activity has increased recently. Nationally, Eastlakes' activity is also below average, indicating maturity and possible planning constraints. New development consists of 25.0% detached houses and 75.0% attached dwellings, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers seeking accessible options. The area has approximately 466 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its established status. Future projections estimate Eastlakes will add around 186 residents by 2041, with construction maintaining a reasonable pace despite potential growing competition as population increases.

Future projections show Eastlakes adding 186 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Construction is maintaining a reasonable pace with projected growth, although buyers could encounter growing competition as population increases.

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

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified nine projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones are One Global Gallery (formerly Eastlakes Live), The Grand Residences, 350 King Street Business Park Development, and Iglu Kingsford. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Eastlakes face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Eastlakes has an educated workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate is 10.8%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, 2,641 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 6.6% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Eastlakes lags at 53.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing. The area has a notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 7.4% versus the regional average of 11.5%. Local employment opportunities appear limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the labour force decreased by 2.2%, alongside a 3.3% employment decline, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.0 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with unemployment rising by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data from NSW as of 25-Nov shows employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. Nationally, the unemployment rate is 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Eastlakes' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The median income among taxpayers in Eastlakes suburb was $56,312 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $70,564 during the same period. These figures compare to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. By September 2025, current estimates project the median income in Eastlakes to be approximately $61,301 and the average income at around $76,816, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Eastlakes all fall between the 15th and 20th percentiles nationally. The largest segment comprises 27.7% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (1,736 residents), aligning with the metropolitan region where this cohort also represents 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Eastlakes, with only 76.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 13th percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Eastlakes' dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 28.6% houses and 71.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 26.0% houses and 74.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Eastlakes stood at 26.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 21.6% and rented ones at 52.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, below Sydney metro's average of $2,600. Median weekly rent in Eastlakes was $380, compared to Sydney metro's $550. Nationally, Eastlakes' mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Eastlakes features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 63.7% of all households, including 30.1% couples with children, 19.9% couples without children, and 11.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 36.3%, with lone person households at 31.2% and group households at 4.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.5.

Eastlakes performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 33.5%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 55.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are held by 27.3% of residents aged 15+, including advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (16.4%). Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 8.7% in primary education, 7.1% in secondary education, and 7.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The Eastlakes public transport analysis indicates that there are currently 32 operational stops in the area. These stops facilitate a variety of bus routes, with a total of 18 individual routes serving the community. The combined weekly passenger trips across these routes amount to 3,029.

Residents enjoy excellent accessibility to public transport, with an average distance of just 118 meters to the nearest stop. The service frequency is high, averaging 432 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 94 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Eastlakes is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Eastlakes demonstrates above-average health outcomes for both young and old age cohorts, with low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 55% (~3,437 people) of its total population has private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 58.1%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 7.5% of residents) and mental health issues (6.1%), while 72.7% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments. This compares to 78.7% across Greater Sydney. Eastlakes has a higher proportion of seniors, with 19.7% (1,235 people) aged 65 and over, compared to Greater Sydney's 12.6%. Health outcomes among seniors in Eastlakes are above average, broadly aligning with the general population's health profile.

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

Eastlakes has a high level of cultural diversity, with 59.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 54.8% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Eastlakes, making up 54.4% of people. Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney's average, comprising 17.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (32.6%), English (10.8%), and Australian (10.5%). Spanish (1.6%) and Russian (1.5%) are notably overrepresented compared to regional averages, while Greek is also significantly higher at 7.7%.

Eastlakes's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Eastlakes has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38. The 75-84 age cohort is notably over-represented in Eastlakes at 7.2%, compared to the Greater Sydney average, while the 5-14 age group is under-represented at 8.7%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 10.9% to 13.9% of the population. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has declined from 10.4% to 8.7%, and the 0-4 age group has dropped from 5.4% to 4.2%. Demographic modeling indicates that Eastlakes' age profile will significantly evolve by 2041. The 35-44 age cohort is projected to expand notably, increasing by 387 people (45%) from 858 to 1,246. Conversely, both the 25-34 and 0-4 age groups are projected to see reduced numbers.