Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Ermington has an estimated 12,900 residents, up 1.7% since the 2021 Census, with 92 projects tracked in the area around Ermington.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 15 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD along a picturesque riverside, the suburb of Ermington combines rich heritage and serene natural surroundings with vibrant community life. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Ermington has an estimated population of around 12,900, derived from aggregated annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) releases and quarterly national address updates, reflecting minimal change from the 12,686 people recorded at the 2021 Census. The community features a pronounced working-age demographic largely formed by couples with children, alongside substantial cultural diversity, a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, and an above-average renting population accommodated within a strong semi-detached housing stock. Residents enjoy extensive parks, reserves, walking paths, prominent educational institutions, and diverse shopping centres, cafes, and restaurants.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,766 in 2006 and 12,874 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,900 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 17.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.4%.
Ermington ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for population growth and the 88th for cultural diversity.
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 Ermington is $780 a week, up 4.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.4%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $578 in 2017, $922 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $528 in 2017, $745 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Barton Street, Ermington NSW 2115 | $2,500,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Turner Street, Ermington NSW 2115 | $2,200,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 403/24 Koorine Street, Ermington NSW 2115 | $800,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 103/72 River Road, Ermington NSW 2115 | $670,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 64 Marguerette Street, Ermington NSW 2115 | $1,810,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 20/531 Victoria Road, Ermington NSW 2115 | $520,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 207/1 Allambie Street, Ermington NSW 2115 | $750,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 19 Lawson Street, Ermington NSW 2115 | $566,667 | 19 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 418/24 Koorine Street, Ermington NSW 2115 | $880,000 | 17 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 316/70 River Road, Ermington NSW 2115 | $800,000 | 17 Aug 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 23 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,627,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 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 | $780 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.98m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $768k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,627,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 23 Apr 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $922 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $745 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Carlingford | $736 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Carlingford, over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Parramatta | $691 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Parramatta, over 12 months | +3.8% | 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 109 tracked applications: 79 approved, 14 under assessment, 16 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 92 projects in and around Ermington, 28 of them under construction.
Boutique waterfront apartment development by Crown Group offering 126 residences with rooftop terrace, pool and direct Parramatta River…
Large-scale mixed-use urban renewal precinct by Mirvac proposing up to 2,200 new homes, retail, commercial space and significant public…
A 30-hectare urban renewal precinct transforming former industrial land in Sydney's north-west into a mixed-use community.
A new high school being delivered by School Infrastructure NSW to accommodate growth in Melrose Park.
Melrose Central is a $700 million mixed-use town centre spanning the 55-hectare Melrose Park urban renewal precinct.
Stage 5 of the $5 billion Melrose Park masterplan, a joint venture between Sekisui House Australia and Hankyu Hanshin Properties.
A 30-hectare transformation of a former industrial site into a smart-city precinct led by Sekisui House Australia and Deicorp, delivering…
Bennelong Sports Centre is a major community sports hub redeveloping the former Marsden High School site.
Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 enabling works are delivering the first 1.3 km of new light rail alignment, including a 320 m public and…
Major expansion of Wentworth Point Public School including 26 additional modern teaching spaces in a new four-storey building facing…
Block C is the second stage of City Freeholds' masterplanned residential community at Wentworth Point, featuring approximately 300…
Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 is a 10 km extension connecting Stage 1 and the Parramatta CBD to Sydney Olympic Park via Camellia…
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Estimated completion year of the 50 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 4, 2026 15, 2027 14, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 4, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 109 substantial development applications lodged in and around Ermington over the past 5 years, 97 in the last 12 months; 14 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 2, 2023 1, 2024 5, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 96.
Key application 661 Victoria Road, Melrose Park Retail | $156m | 421 dwellings | 12 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 109 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 97 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 8.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 101 | ABS building approvals | 80th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 79 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Ermington include: Melrose Central (Construction); Melrose Park Urban Renewal Precinct (North) (Construction); Ermington Gospel Trust Site Redevelopment (Approved); Rivea Rydalmere (Construction); and Melrose Park Gateway (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Ermington spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Communities, and Residential Development, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Ermington recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Ermington area has seen 99 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Ermington's current population of 12,900 has been supported by 101 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Ermington's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 101, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Ermington has grown by approximately 304 people, while 506 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
Ermington lies within the top 6% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,900 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,342 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,686 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 214 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.86 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Ermington was estimated to be approximately 12,900 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,874 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Ermington has added approximately 214 people and shown a 1.69% increase from the 12,686 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Ermington is estimated at 3,342 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Ermington has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Ermington is driven by: Overseas migration (72.0%), Natural increase (28.000000000000004%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 72.0% of overall population gains.
Ermington's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.3% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Ermington at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Ermington is equal to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Ermington compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 17.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Ermington compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.5% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Ermington is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.1% of the population in the suburb of Ermington as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.3% of the population in the suburb of Ermington as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 69% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,908 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,833 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,993 | 2021 Census, weekly | 65th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $812 | 2021 Census, weekly | 51st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,317 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Ermington is approximately $65,858. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,908.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Ermington is approximately $81,735. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,833.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Ermington is approximately $65,858 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,908 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Ermington is approximately $81,735 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,833 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Ermington's households (~30.4% / 1,299 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Ermington is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.4% 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 Ermington is $1,993/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Ermington is $2,317/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Ermington is $812/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Ermington is above the national average, with the median assessed at $61,908 while the average income stands at $76,833. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,858 (median) and $81,735 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Ermington is $6,962 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Ermington's disposable income is $6,962 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Ermington has been broadly consistent with national averages.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,301 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,892 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,573 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Ermington has approximately 7,301 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.6%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Ermington stands at 3.6%, which is 0.5 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 Ermington is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.3% of employment), professional & technical (9.7%), and retail trade (9.4%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 33.4% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include construction and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Ermington 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 Ermington is 71.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Ermington shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 8.5% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Ermington'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.
Ermington ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 24.5% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 36.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.4% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
36.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Ermington have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
34.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Ermington have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Ermington ranks in the 59th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Ermington are: Bachelor Degree (24.5%), Certificate (17.4%), Advanced Diploma (11.8%).
30.9% of the population in the suburb of Ermington is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.4% in primary school, 7.0% in secondary school, 6.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Ermington is 1016, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Ermington, with a combined enrollment of approximately 203 students.
The suburb of Ermington includes 2 primary schools.
Ermington features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.8% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 41.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 21.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,274 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,346 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Ermington had 4,274 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.7% to an estimated 4,346 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Ermington is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (21.8%), group households (2.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,235 family households, couples with children account for 41.5% of all households, couples without children at home 21.0%, and single parent families 12.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Ermington shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Ermington have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 51.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.7% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 21.8% of all households in the suburb of Ermington, 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 2.5% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Ermington 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 | 44.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 49.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 50.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 80.4% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 55.7% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
Ermington scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 44.3% of its population born overseas and 49.7% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Ermington was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.8% of people in Ermington. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Ermington are Other, comprising 15.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 15.7% of the population, and Chinese, comprising 15.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 6.3% of Ermington (vs 1.1% across Greater Sydney), Lebanese at 5.1% (vs 2.6%) and Filipino at 2.3% (vs 2.0%).
44.3% of the suburb of Ermington population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
49.7% of the population in the suburb of Ermington speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.1% of the suburb of Ermington population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
80.4% of the suburb of Ermington population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Ermington displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 43.6% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 60.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 21.2% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $420 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Ermington, 22.5% of homes are owned outright, 33.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 43.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 60.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Ermington are houses.
In the suburb of Ermington, 18.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 21.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Ermington stands at 22.5%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Ermington is $2,600, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Ermington is $1,674, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Ermington, households with mortgages typically spend 30.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Ermington is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Ermington shows mortgage holders spending 30.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 21.1% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Ermington consists of 60.5% detached houses, 21.2% semi-detached dwellings, 18.0% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Ermington consumes approximately 19.4% of median household income ($8,630 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Ermington show attached dwellings contributing 96% of approvals compared to 40% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 4% of applications versus 60% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Ermington is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
The level of general health in Ermington is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 61st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.2% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
Around 55.5% of people in the suburb of Ermington are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Ermington, 6.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.2% of people in the suburb of Ermington are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.7% of the suburb of Ermington population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Ermington have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Ermington, 55.5% 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 | 87 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 87th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 85 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,867 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 142 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 25 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 46.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 85 public transport stops within the suburb of Ermington.
The suburb of Ermington has 3,867 weekly trips across 25 routes, averaging 552 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 143 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 290 m away and the nearest school 485 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 85 stops nearby, 3,867 weekly trips, access rating 87 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 65th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 290 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 485 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 700 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 707 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 822 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 954 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Ermington recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Ermington ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Ermington's resilient property market has recorded 209 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
Ermington lies within the top 6% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Ermington's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 69% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment performance in Ermington has been broadly consistent with national averages.
Ermington ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Ermington features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Ermington is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Ermington displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
The level of general health in Ermington is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
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.
Ermington has an estimated 12,900 residents, up 1.7% since the 2021 Census, with 92 projects tracked in the area around Ermington.
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 Ermington.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. 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 (SAL11438). 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 (Jun 2026) 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 Ermington 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 Ermington 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.
