Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Elanora Heights has an estimated 4,609 residents, up 0.6% since the 2021 Census, with 59 projects tracked in the area around Elanora Heights.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 19 kilometres north-northeast from the Sydney CBD, the suburb of Elanora Heights is an affluent, well-established residential area characterised by moderate population growth patterns and relatively low property sales activity. As of August 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) is estimated at around 4,609, indicating minimal change from the 4,581 people recorded at the 2021 Census. Demographically, the community is dominated by middle-aged residents, family households, and couples with children, supporting an above-average household size and a notable proportion of married families.
Housing dynamics are shaped by a severely limited dwelling supply, which supports local real estate fundamentals. Moving forward, the suburb of Elanora Heights is positioned to benefit from a significant pipeline of planned infrastructure and major project spending designed to stimulate area demand and ongoing performance.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 19 kilometres north-northeast from the Sydney CBD, the suburb of Elanora Heights is an affluent, well-established residential area characterised by moderate population growth patterns and relatively low property sales activity. As of August 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) is estimated at around 4,609, indicating minimal change from the 4,581 people recorded at the 2021 Census. Demographically, the community is dominated by middle-aged residents, family households, and couples with children, supporting an above-average household size and a notable proportion of married families.
Housing dynamics are shaped by a severely limited dwelling supply, which supports local real estate fundamentals. Moving forward, the suburb of Elanora Heights is positioned to benefit from a significant pipeline of planned infrastructure and major project spending designed to stimulate area demand and ongoing performance.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,088 in 2006 and 4,609 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 15.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 36.4%.
Elanora Heights ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for education and the 88th for income.
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 Elanora Heights is $1,081 a week, up 6.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 37% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.2%.
37% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $1,094 in 2017, $1,532 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $753 in 2017, $992 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Bungoona Avenue, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $2,400,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 111 Woorarra Avenue, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $3,200,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 48 Allington Crescent, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $1,800,000 | 3 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 29 Iluka Avenue, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $1,971,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 2/152 Elanora Road, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $1,000,000 | 25 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 208 Woorarra Avenue, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $2,725,000 | 20 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 44 Koorangi Avenue, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $2,450,000 | 14 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Wyanga Road, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $2,830,000 | 7 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Allawah Avenue, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $1,850,000 | 7 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 16 Marinna Road, Elanora Heights NSW 2101 | $2,570,000 | 4 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 17 Nov 2025 (the latest settled 25 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $2,560,000 (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 | $1,081 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.51m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $2.33m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $2,560,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 17 Nov 2025 to 25 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,532 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +13.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $992 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Pittwater | $1,047 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Pittwater, over 12 months | +7.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Northern Beaches | $960 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Northern Beaches, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 |
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Status of the 39 tracked applications: 11 approved, 5 under assessment, 23 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 59 projects in and around Elanora Heights, 14 of them under construction.
A residential community comprising 31 luxury townhomes and villas nestled in the foothills of Warriewood Valley. Designed by PopovBass with interiors by Alexa McGrath, the project recently achieved DA approval. The design embraces the native landscape and offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle close to the Northern Beaches.
A 195-hectare urban land release area planned for 2,544 dwellings and 3.7 hectares of employment generating land. The release area is being delivered in stages under the Warriewood Valley Strategic Review and Contributions Plan, funding local infrastructure including roads, parks, drainage and community facilities.
Boutique residential estate comprising 22 house and land packages in Warriewood, positioned within the broader Warriewood Valley growth area. The project is being marketed by Upstate Projects and is progressing through delivery, with homes being released to market.
Demolition of existing dwelling and plant nursery. Construction of 21 dwellings, including 4 semi-detached and 3 attached dwellings.
New $11.5 million multi-use community centre replacing the Nelson Heather Centre. Features five multi-purpose rooms, commercial kitchen, meeting rooms, community living room, outdoor spaces, and emergency/recovery centre capability with filtered ventilation system.
Exclusive release of four full floor three-bedroom residences at 8A Baz Retreat. Part of Karinya Estate with over 30 new family homes. Architecturally styled with organic coastal feel.
Plans to sub-divide a 2.06ha block and build 53 townhouses after demolishing the current Flower Power Garden Centre. The development includes essential services and a new road network with 13 different townhouse layouts designed by PBD Architects.
DA approved mixed-use development site featuring 22 boarding rooms, 1 penthouse apartment, and 2 ground floor commercial suites with basement parking. 814sqm site with northeast aspect and direct ocean views, flexible E1 Local Centre zoning.
Major redevelopment of the Narrabeen Surf Life Saving Club delivering a modern beachfront clubhouse with upgraded patrol, training and storage facilities, a purpose built oceanfront function centre, members gym and improved public amenities.
Major $85 million redevelopment of Warriewood Square shopping centre, completed in 2016. The project expanded the centre to more than 30,000 square metres of retail space, added an ALDI supermarket, upgraded Woolworths and Kmart, introduced new mini majors and around 35 new specialty stores, and delivered a large multi level car park with about 1,450…
The Mona Vale Hospital Reconfiguration has transformed the campus into a specialised hub for rehabilitation, sub-acute, and community health services. Key components include a new 20-bed building housing a Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) unit and the Northern Beaches' first dedicated palliative care unit.
Exclusive collection of 6 grand luxury residences at Collaroy Beach on Sydney's Northern Beaches, developed by Cornerstone with architecture and interiors by BKH. Inspired by early 20th-century California bungalow and Spanish Mission styles, comprising two ground-floor apartments with private gardens and four expansive penthouses.
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Estimated completion year of the 19 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 6, 2027 2, 2028 1, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 1. 11 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 39 substantial development applications lodged in and around Elanora Heights over the past 5 years, 38 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 0, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 (to Oct) 38.
Key application 235 Powderworks Road, Ingleside Childcare | $327k | 1 dwelling | 1 storey Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 39 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 38 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 1 | ABS building approvals | 7th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 11 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Elanora Heights area has seen 2 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Elanora Heights's current population of 4,609 has been supported by 1 approval on average over recent years.
The suburb of Elanora Heights has seen 0.3 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 4604 people in the suburb of Elanora Heights, 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 Elanora Heights's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 1, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Elanora Heights has seen 7 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Elanora Heights include: Warriewood Valley Release Area (Construction); Mona Vale Road East Upgrade (Completed); Vantage Warriewood (Completed); Narrabeen Lakeside Estate (Completed); and Wakehurst Parkway Improvements (Frenchs Forest to Narrabeen) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Elanora Heights spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of Elanora Heights demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Elanora Heights reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,609 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,189 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,581 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 28 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.88 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Elanora Heights was estimated to be approximately 4,609 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,609 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Elanora Heights has added approximately 28 people and shown a 0.61% increase from the 4,581 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Elanora Heights is estimated at 1,188 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Elanora Heights has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Elanora Heights is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Elanora Heights's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.8% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Elanora Heights at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Elanora Heights is 4 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Elanora Heights compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 15.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Elanora Heights compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 6.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Elanora Heights show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.3% vs 2.1%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (6.8% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.9% of the population in the suburb of Elanora Heights as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.0% of the population in the suburb of Elanora Heights as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 88% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $66,591 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 76th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $135,197 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,052 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,046 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 51.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,177 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Elanora Heights is approximately $70,840. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $66,591.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Elanora Heights is approximately $143,823. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $135,197.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Elanora Heights is approximately $70,840 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,591 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Elanora Heights is approximately $143,823 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $135,197 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Elanora Heights's households (~36.4% / 514 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Elanora Heights is the $4000+ group, representing about 36.4% 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 Elanora Heights is $3,052/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Elanora Heights is $3,177/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Elanora Heights is $1,046/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Elanora Heights's median income among taxpayers is $66,591, with an average of $135,197. This is exceptionally high nationally, and compares to Greater Sydney's median of $63,183 and average of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $70,840 (median) and $143,823 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Elanora Heights is $11,223 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Elanora Heights's disposable income is $11,223 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Elanora Heights ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,456 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,590 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,539 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Elanora Heights has approximately 2,456 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Elanora Heights stands at 3.3%, which is 0.9 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Elanora Heights is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (14.4% of employment), construction (13.1%), and health care & social assistance (12.5%). Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Elanora Heights has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Elanora Heights is 69.2%, 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 leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Elanora Heights shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.1% 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 Elanora Heights's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Elanora Heights places it within the top 6% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 35.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 30.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
35.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Elanora Heights have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
30.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Elanora Heights have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Elanora Heights ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Elanora Heights are: Bachelor Degree (24.6%), Certificate (19.6%), Advanced Diploma (14.0%).
32.1% of the population in the suburb of Elanora Heights is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.9% in primary school, 10.0% in secondary school, 4.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Elanora Heights is 1092, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Elanora Heights, with a combined enrollment of approximately 401 students.
The suburb of Elanora Heights includes 1 primary school.
Elanora Heights features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 52.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.7% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,413 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,422 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 86.5% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Elanora Heights had 1,413 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 1,422 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Elanora Heights is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 86.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (11.8%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,222 family households, couples with children account for 52.7% of all households, couples without children at home 23.7%, and single parent families 9.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Elanora Heights shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 86.5% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 11.8% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Elanora Heights have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 57.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.2% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 11.8% of all households in the suburb of Elanora Heights, notably lower than 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 1.7% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
In terms of cultural diversity, Elanora Heights records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 91.2% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 78.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Elanora Heights was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 78.6% of its population born in Australia, 92.9% being citizens, and 91.2% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Elanora Heights was found to be Christianity, which makes up 55.1% of people in Elanora Heights. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Elanora Heights are English, comprising 30.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 27.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 8.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Elanora Heights (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), French at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and Serbian at 0.7% (vs 0.5%).
21.4% of the suburb of Elanora Heights population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
8.8% of the population in the suburb of Elanora Heights speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.4% of the suburb of Elanora Heights population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
92.9% of the suburb of Elanora Heights population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Elanora Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 43.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,586 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 44.5% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $750 | 2021 Census, weekly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 75th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Elanora Heights, 43.0% of homes are owned outright, 44.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 12.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Elanora Heights are houses.
In the suburb of Elanora Heights, 5.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Elanora Heights stands at 43.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Elanora Heights is $3,586, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Elanora Heights is $2,002, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Elanora Heights, households with mortgages typically spend 27.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Elanora Heights is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Elanora Heights shows mortgage holders spending 27.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 24.6% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Elanora Heights consists of 94.2% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 5.8% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Elanora Heights consumes approximately 15.1% of median household income ($13,215 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Elanora Heights'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 | 79.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 97th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.6% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
Around 79.0% of people in the suburb of Elanora Heights are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Elanora Heights, 3.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.8% of people in the suburb of Elanora Heights are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.5% of the suburb of Elanora Heights population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Elanora Heights have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Elanora Heights, 79.0% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 45th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 32 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 30th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 266 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 144 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 18 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 49.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 32 public transport stops within the suburb of Elanora Heights.
The suburb of Elanora Heights has 266 weekly trips across 18 routes, averaging 38 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 209 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 372 m away and the nearest GP 671 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 32 stops nearby, 266 weekly trips, access rating 45 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 35 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 35th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 372 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 671 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 677 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 694 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 698 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 769 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.5 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 2 long day care centres with 90 places in Elanora Heights, about 1.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Elanora Heights is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Elanora Heights has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 17% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Elanora Heights's resilient property market has recorded 62 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Elanora Heights reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Elanora Heights's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 88% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Elanora Heights ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Educational achievement in Elanora Heights places it within the top 6% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Elanora Heights features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
In terms of cultural diversity, Elanora Heights records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Elanora Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Elanora Heights'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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Elanora Heights has an estimated 4,609 residents, up 0.6% since the 2021 Census, with 59 projects tracked in the area around Elanora Heights.
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 Elanora Heights.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL11392). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Elanora Heights 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 Elanora Heights 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.
