Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Hillsdale has an estimated 5,286 residents, down 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 80 projects tracked in the area around Hillsdale.
Updated 27 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Conveniently situated 9.9 kilometres south from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Hillsdale provides an attractive living environment characterised by parklands, extensive green spaces, and quality educational and retail amenities. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of annual SA2 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly national address updates, the suburb of Hillsdale has an estimated population of 5,286 as of Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,010 in 2006 and 5,286 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: 25 to 34, 20%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.3%.
Hillsdale ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for amenities and the 92nd 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 Hillsdale is $930 a week, up 5.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 18% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 6.1%.
18% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $916 in 2017, $1,276 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $489 in 2017, $896 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/35 Brittain Crescent, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $675,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 68 Denison Street, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $875,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1703/39 Rhodes Street, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $895,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 6/13 Flack Avenue, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $879,000 | 27 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 30/276 Bunnerong Road, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $950,000 | 13 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 5/28 Rhodes Street, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $800,000 | 13 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 22/27 Rhodes Street, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $1,025,000 | 4 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 33/5 Grace Campbell Crescent, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $720,000 | 31 Jul 2026 | Unit |
| 3/6 Grace Campbell Crescent, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $920,000 | 23 Jul 2026 | Unit |
| 9/25 Templeman Crescent, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $735,000 | 21 Jul 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 30 Jan 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $795,000 (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 | $930 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 6.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.13m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $808k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $795,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 30 Jan 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,276 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $896 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 6.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Botany | $936 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Botany, over 12 months | +4.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 35 tracked applications: 20 approved, 7 under assessment, 8 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 80 projects in and around Hillsdale, 14 of them under construction.
Reconstruction of the Heffron Park Central amenities block adjacent to the netball courts in Maroubra, funded by the NSW Government under…
Major upgrade of NSW container trade capacity combining the Port Botany Expansion and the Port Botany Rail Line Duplication.
Redevelopment of Botany Aquatic Centre into a modern community aquatic and recreation facility.
Mixed-use development comprising 65 apartments over 6-7 levels with 9 commercial tenancies on the ground floor and 3 levels of basement car…
Homes NSW and Bridge Housing affordable housing redevelopment replacing 33 existing dwellings with 144 new units in 6 apartment buildings…
Major subsea cable landing infrastructure for Google's Pacific Connect Initiative, supporting the Tabua and Honomoana transpacific cables…
A $1 billion urban renewal project transforming the former Eastlakes Shopping Centre into a modern town centre.
Construction of an accessible amenities building for users of Malabar Ocean Pool and the Coastal Walkway.
Withdrawn State Significant Development SSD-10373 for a thermal energy-from-waste cogeneration plant at the Opal Botany Mill site.
A high-quality mixed-use urban renewal project comprising three towers (9 to 14 storeys) atop a shared podium.
The Woomera Reserve Upgrade in Little Bay involves enhancements to outdoor recreational facilities, including upgraded sports fields, new…
A 62-dwelling architecturally designed residential development on approximately 2.7 ha within Randwick Barracks, providing quality housing…
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Estimated completion year of the 29 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 7, 2027 10, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 20 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 35 substantial development applications lodged in and around Hillsdale over the past 5 years, 15 in the last 12 months; 7 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 5, 2023 0, 2024 7, 2025 8, 2026 (to Oct) 14.
Key application 96-98 Denison Street, Hillsdale Commercial | $17m | 2 dwellings Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 35 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 8 | ABS building approvals | 18th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Hillsdale include: Heffron Park Central Amenities Upgrade (Approved); Port Botany Expansion & Rail Duplication (Completed); Meriton Pagewood Green (Construction); Bayside Council Local Community & Infrastructure Projects (Planning); and Westfield Eastgardens Redevelopment (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Hillsdale spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Transport & Logistics, and Residential Development, among others.
The suburb of Hillsdale ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
The level of residential development activity in Hillsdale is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Hillsdale area has seen 1 residential approval over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Hillsdale's current population of 5,286 has been supported by 8 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Hillsdale has seen 0.15 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.62 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 10648 people in the suburb of Hillsdale, compared to one for every 165 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Hillsdale's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 8, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Hillsdale has grown by approximately 276 people, while 44 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.3 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.
Hillsdale has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,286 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -6.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 9,326 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,647 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.57 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Hillsdale was estimated to be approximately 5,286 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,286 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Hillsdale has lost approximately 361 people and shown a 6.39% decrease from the 5,647 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Hillsdale is estimated at 9,273 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Hillsdale has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Hillsdale is driven by: Overseas migration (65.0%), Natural increase (28.000000000000004%), Interstate migration (7.000000000000001%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 65.0% of overall population gains.
Hillsdale's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 31.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 60.3% | 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 | 35 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 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Hillsdale at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Hillsdale is 2 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 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 Hillsdale compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 20.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Hillsdale compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 9.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Hillsdale show significant variance compared to the Greater Sydney region. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.3% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.0% of the population in the suburb of Hillsdale as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.3% of the population in the suburb of Hillsdale 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) | $56,961 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 54th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $83,917 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,635 | 2021 Census, weekly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $862 | 2021 Census, weekly | 61st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 16.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,958 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Hillsdale is approximately $62,839. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $56,961.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Hillsdale is approximately $92,577. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $83,917.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Hillsdale is approximately $62,839 compared to $67,093 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $56,961 and $60,817 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Hillsdale is approximately $92,577 compared to $91,569 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $83,917 and $83,003 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~37.3% / 1,971 persons) of the suburb of Hillsdale's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Hillsdale is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.3% of the population. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Hillsdale is $1,635/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Hillsdale is $1,958/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Hillsdale is $862/wk.
The suburb of Hillsdale's income level is extremely high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The suburb of Hillsdale's median income among taxpayers is $56,961 and the average income stands at $83,917, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $62,839 (median) and $92,577 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Hillsdale is $5,452 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Hillsdale's disposable income is $5,452 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Hillsdale recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 59.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,490 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,415 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,637 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Hillsdale has approximately 2,490 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.6%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Hillsdale stands at 5.6%, which is 1.4 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Hillsdale is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.9% of employment), retail trade (11.6%), and construction (10.5%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Hillsdale has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Hillsdale is 59.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Hillsdale shows notable specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 10.3% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% regionally. 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 Hillsdale's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 5.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Hillsdale exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 33.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.1% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
33.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Hillsdale have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in the broader region.
36.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Hillsdale have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% regionally.
The suburb of Hillsdale ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Hillsdale are: Bachelor Degree (22.1%), Certificate (19.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.5%).
29.6% of the population in the suburb of Hillsdale is currently engaged in formal education, with 7.8% in primary school, 6.4% in secondary school, 6.7% at university.
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Hillsdale is 1043, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Hillsdale, with a combined enrollment of approximately 242 students.
The suburb of Hillsdale includes 1 primary school.
Hillsdale features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 21.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,287 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,141 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.2 per family | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Hillsdale had 2,287 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 6.4% to an estimated 2,141 households today.
The median household size in the suburb of Hillsdale is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.1% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (29.4%), group households (5.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Among the 1,488 family households, 28.4% are couples with children, 21.2% are couples without children at home, and 14.0% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Hillsdale shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 29.4% (versus 23.2% regionally). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 65.1% compared to the regional 72.6%. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Hillsdale have an average of 1.2 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 39.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 29.4% of all households in the suburb of Hillsdale, higher than the regional average of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 5.4% of households, well below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
Hillsdale 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 | 54.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 50.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 49.3% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 72.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 45.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Hillsdale is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 50.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 54.3% born overseas.
The main religion in Hillsdale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.5% of people in Hillsdale. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 1.7% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Hillsdale are Other, comprising 28.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 16.0%, Australian, comprising 12.7% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 17.8%, and English, comprising 12.4% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Spanish is notably overrepresented at 1.9% of Hillsdale (vs 0.6% regionally), Hungarian at 0.8% (vs 0.3%) and Russian at 1.1% (vs 0.4%).
54.3% of the suburb of Hillsdale population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% regionally.
50.7% of the population in the suburb of Hillsdale speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in the wider region.
1.8% of the suburb of Hillsdale population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in the region.
72.4% of the suburb of Hillsdale population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Hillsdale features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 56.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 19.0% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 87.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $450 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.1 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Hillsdale, 19.0% of homes are owned outright, 24.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 56.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 4.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Hillsdale are houses.
In the suburb of Hillsdale, 87.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Hillsdale stands at 19.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Hillsdale is $2,167, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Hillsdale is $1,632, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Hillsdale, households with mortgages typically spend 30.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Hillsdale is 1.1, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Hillsdale shows mortgage holders spending 30.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% regionally), while renters spend 27.5% of income on rent (vs 22.6% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Hillsdale consists of 4.2% detached houses, 8.0% semi-detached dwellings, 87.8% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Hillsdale consumes approximately 23.1% of median household income ($7,080 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
Hillsdale's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 60.1% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 80th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.8% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
Around 60.0% of people in the suburb of Hillsdale are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.9% in the broader region of Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Hillsdale, 4.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.1% of people in the suburb of Hillsdale are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.5% of the suburb of Hillsdale population, while in the surrounding region, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the suburb of Hillsdale have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Sydney, 3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Hillsdale, 60.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.9%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 79 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 79th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,253 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 756 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 27.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 7 public transport stops within the suburb of Hillsdale.
The suburb of Hillsdale has 2,253 weekly trips across 13 routes, averaging 321 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 231 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 286 m away and the nearest GP 290 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 7 stops nearby (7 bus), 2,253 weekly trips, access rating 79 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 286 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 290 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 329 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 356 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest shopping centre | 369 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 375 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 376 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 402 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 883 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 896 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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The level of residential development activity in Hillsdale is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Hillsdale has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Hillsdale's established property market has recorded 129 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 91% residential and 9% commercial transactions.
Hillsdale has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Hillsdale's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Hillsdale recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
The educational profile of Hillsdale exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics.
Hillsdale features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
Hillsdale is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Hillsdale features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region.
Hillsdale's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is good 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.
Hillsdale has an estimated 5,286 residents, down 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 80 projects tracked in the area around Hillsdale.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 27 Aug 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 Hillsdale.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2023 and projects to Jul 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 28 Aug 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 (SAL11918). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2023). 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 Hillsdale 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 Hillsdale 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.