Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Hamlyn Terrace has an estimated 9,374 residents, up 7.0% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Hamlyn Terrace.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 72 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is a vibrant and family-friendly enclave characterised by modern residential developments, serene open reserves, and convenient shopping amenities. As of Aug 2026, the community's population is estimated at around 9,374, expanding by 613 people (7.0%) from the 8,761 people recorded at the 2021 Census based on annual SA2 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly address updates. This trajectory places the suburb in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth, supported by a youthful demographic profile with a median age of 36, an above-average household size, and an elevated presence of children and young people aged 5 to 14yo and 15 to 24yo.
Residents enjoy an outdoor-oriented lifestyle with easy access to educational facilities, parks, sporting complexes, and local dining options. Balancing tranquil natural surroundings with functional suburban connectivity, the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace continues to present an appealing residential destination within NSW, Australia.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,072 in 2006 and 9,291 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,374 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.6%.
Hamlyn Terrace ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for population growth and the 75th for employment drivers.
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 Hamlyn Terrace is $810 a week, up 10.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.2%.
3% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $538 in 2017, $837 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $359 in 2017, $586 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 River Gum Grove, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $1,005,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 60 Macdougall Crescent, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $1,060,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Duntroon Close, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $1,065,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Birch Drive, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $1,045,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Bateup Drive, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $995,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Dundonald Road, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $1,005,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Daphne Close, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $1,070,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 21 Primrose Drive, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $940,000 | 3 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Eucalyptus Close, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $749,900 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 28 Fernhill Avenue, Hamlyn Terrace NSW 2259 | $1,080,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 19 May 2026 (the latest settled 29 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $1,050,000 (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 | $810 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +10.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.04m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $743k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,050,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 19 May 2026 to 29 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $837 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $586 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Wyong | $630 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wyong, over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Coast | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Coast, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 55 tracked applications: 27 approved, 13 under assessment, 15 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Hamlyn Terrace (4 under construction) and 25 more in the surrounding area.
Approved modification for construction and operation of Warnervale Shopping Centre within the Parklands Central Coast masterplanned…
A residential land subdivision located in the Hamlyn Terrace precinct of the Central Coast.
The Sanctuary is a masterplanned house and land estate located in Hamlyn Terrace on the NSW Central Coast.
Hamlyn View Estate is a master planned house and land community on the NSW Central Coast, developed by AVJennings and focused on delivering…
Master-planned residential community in Hamlyn Terrace, offering quality house and land packages for families and investors.
The Central Coast Airport Masterplan, adopted by Central Coast Council on 25 February 2025, sets the framework for transforming the…
Madison Rise is a premium residential estate by Allam Property Group situated on elevated land in Woongarrah, Central Coast.
Major road infrastructure project to duplicate the Pacific Highway to two lanes in each direction between Johnson Road, Tuggerah and Cutler…
Proposed mixed-use urban renewal of the former Wyong Village Caravan Park site comprising 675 residential dwellings across apartment and…
40-hectare master-planned community comprising approximately 470 residential lots delivered by AVJennings at Hamlyn Terrace on the NSW…
AVJennings masterplanned community on the NSW Central Coast delivering approximately 527 homes comprised of turnkey houses and titled land…
A new ambulance station on the Wyong Hospital campus, delivered as part of the NSW Government's Rural Ambulance Infrastructure…
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Estimated completion year of the 19 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 6, 2027 2, 2028 3, 2029 3, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3. 11 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 55 substantial development applications lodged in and around Hamlyn Terrace over the past 5 years, 46 in the last 12 months; 13 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 1, 2023 1, 2024 4, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 45.
Key application 94 Sparks Road, Hamlyn Terrace Multi-Resi | $37m | 160 dwellings | 2 storeys Withdrawn/Lapsed
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 46 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 28 | ABS building approvals | 41st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 27 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace include: The Sanctuary Estate Hamlyn Terrace (Construction); Cedarwood Estate (Construction); Yeramba Estates Hamlyn Terrace Development (Approved); Warnervale Town Centre - Woolworths (Approved); and Hamlyn View Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Retail, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Hamlyn Terrace when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace area has seen 61 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace's current population of 9,374 has been supported by 28 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace has seen 3.2 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 303 people in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace, 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 Hamlyn Terrace's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 28, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace has grown by approximately 990 people, while 142 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Hamlyn Terrace lies within the top 4% 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 | 9,374 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,798 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 8,761 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 613 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.21 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace was estimated to be approximately 9,374 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,291 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace has added approximately 613 people and shown a 7.00% increase from the 8,761 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is estimated at 1,799 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is driven by: Interstate migration (72.0%), Natural increase (14.000000000000002%), Overseas migration (14.000000000000002%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 72.0% of overall population gains.
Hamlyn Terrace's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 30th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.2% | 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 | 26.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.8% | 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 | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Hamlyn Terrace is comparable to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (7.4% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.9% of the population in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.2% of the population in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $56,959 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 40th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $67,518 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,941 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $786 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 23.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,131 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is approximately $60,593. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $56,959.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is approximately $71,826. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $67,518.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is approximately $60,593 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $56,959 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is approximately $71,826 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,518 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace's households (~37.6% / 1,069 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.6% 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 Hamlyn Terrace is $1,941/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is $2,131/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is $786/wk.
The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace's median income among taxpayers is $56,959 and the average income stands at $67,518, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $60,593 (median) and $71,826 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is $6,829 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace's disposable income is $6,829 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Hamlyn Terrace demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,809 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,622 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,941 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace has approximately 4,809 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace stands at 2.7%, which is 1.5 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 Hamlyn Terrace is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (23.1% of employment), retail trade (11.8%), and construction (10.1%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace 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 Hamlyn Terrace is 67.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 23.1% of the local workforce compared to 14.1% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
Hamlyn Terrace shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 33.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
17.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
39.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace ranks in the 44th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace are: Certificate (30.4%), Bachelor Degree (13.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.6%).
33.5% of the population in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.7% in primary school, 9.2% in secondary school, 4.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is 977, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace, with a combined enrollment of approximately 465 students.
The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace includes 1 primary school.
Hamlyn Terrace features high concentrations of single parent families 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 | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 16.9% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 39.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,841 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,040 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace had 2,841 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.0% to an estimated 3,040 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (16.9%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,304 family households, couples with children account for 39.2% of all households, couples without children at home 25.8%, and single parent families 15.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.1% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 16.9% 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 Hamlyn Terrace have an average of 1.8 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 47.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.1% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 16.9% of all households in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace, 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 2.0% 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, Hamlyn Terrace 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 | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 87.6% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 80.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
Hamlyn Terrace was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 80.4% of its population born in Australia, 88.6% being citizens, and 87.6% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Hamlyn Terrace was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.7% of people in Hamlyn Terrace. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Hamlyn Terrace are Australian, comprising 29.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, English, comprising 28.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, and Other, comprising 7.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Hamlyn Terrace (vs 1.0% across Greater Sydney), Australian Aboriginal at 4.9% (vs 1.3%) and Indian at 3.2% (vs 3.6%).
19.6% of the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
12.4% of the population in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
4.9% of the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
88.6% of the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Hamlyn Terrace is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 34.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.3% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 39.7% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $490 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace, 26.3% of homes are owned outright, 39.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 34.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.3% of dwellings in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace are houses.
In the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace stands at 26.3%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is $2,167, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is $1,582, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace, households with mortgages typically spend 25.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace shows mortgage holders spending 25.8% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 25.2% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace consists of 91.3% detached houses, 8.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Hamlyn Terrace consumes approximately 18.8% of median household income ($8,405 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Hamlyn Terrace show attached dwellings contributing 39% of approvals compared to 9% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 61% of applications versus 91% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Hamlyn Terrace is well below the national average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 39th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 65.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.0% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Around 51.8% of people in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace, 7.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.3% of people in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace, 51.8% 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 | 55 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 55th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 58 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,177 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 161 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 50 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 24.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 58 public transport stops within the suburb of Hamlyn Terrace.
The suburb of Hamlyn Terrace has 1,177 weekly trips across 50 routes, averaging 168 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 180 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 465 m away and the nearest school 693 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 58 stops nearby, 1,177 weekly trips, access rating 55 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 39 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 39th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 465 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 693 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 703 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 783 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Hamlyn Terrace when compared nationally.
Hamlyn Terrace has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 29% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Hamlyn Terrace's resilient property market has recorded 204 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 95% residential and 5% vacant land transactions.
Hamlyn Terrace lies within the top 4% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Hamlyn Terrace's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Hamlyn Terrace demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
Hamlyn Terrace shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Hamlyn Terrace features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
In terms of cultural diversity, Hamlyn Terrace records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Hamlyn Terrace is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Health performance in Hamlyn Terrace is well below the national average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts.
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.
Hamlyn Terrace has an estimated 9,374 residents, up 7.0% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Hamlyn Terrace.
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 Hamlyn Terrace.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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.
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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 (SAL11850). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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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 (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, 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 Hamlyn Terrace 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 Hamlyn Terrace 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.