Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Hunters Hill has an estimated 9,218 residents, up 2.3% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Hunters Hill.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Conveniently situated 7.0 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Hunters Hill - Woolwich in NSW, Australia, is celebrated for its verdant landscapes, picturesque waterfront setting, and distinguished heritage architecture. Sandstone churches, historic cottages, and grand Victorian manors are preserved across the area, creating an enduring historic character. Complemented by scenic harbour views, reserves, and parks ideal for coastal walks, picnics, and leisurely strolls, the neighbourhood features a welcoming ambience with fine dining, boutique shops, and a flourishing cultural community centred on artist studios, art galleries, diverse workshops, and the annual Hunters Hill Art Prize. The local population is estimated at around 9,218 as of Aug 2026, drawn from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures updated yearly alongside quarterly national address file updates, showing minimal expansion since the 2021 Census reported 9,014 people.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Conveniently situated 7.0 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Hunters Hill - Woolwich in NSW, Australia, is celebrated for its verdant landscapes, picturesque waterfront setting, and distinguished heritage architecture. Sandstone churches, historic cottages, and grand Victorian manors are preserved across the area, creating an enduring historic character. Complemented by scenic harbour views, reserves, and parks ideal for coastal walks, picnics, and leisurely strolls, the neighbourhood features a welcoming ambience with fine dining, boutique shops, and a flourishing cultural community centred on artist studios, art galleries, diverse workshops, and the annual Hunters Hill Art Prize. The local population is estimated at around 9,218 as of Aug 2026, drawn from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures updated yearly alongside quarterly national address file updates, showing minimal expansion since the 2021 Census reported 9,014 people.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,388 in 2006 and 9,208 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,218 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 17.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 45.2%.
Hunters Hill ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education and the 92nd for income.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Hunters Hill is $919 a week, up 8.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 16% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 1.5%.
16% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Augustine Street, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $2,500,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 55 Augustine Street, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $2,900,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Ferdinand Street, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $3,100,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Viret Street, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $8,500,000 | 20 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 19 Ernest Street, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $6,150,000 | 20 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Vernon Street, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $8,100,000 | 14 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 28 Barons Crescent, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $4,700,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Crescent Street, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $13,000,000 | 21 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Wybalena Road, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $11,000,000 | 13 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Ramleh Street, Hunters Hill NSW 2110 | $3,850,000 | 13 Jul 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 2 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 2 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $3,340,000 (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 | $919 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 1.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $3.85m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.00m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $3,340,000 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 2 Apr 2026 to 2 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,448 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $654 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 1.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Ryde - Hunters Hill | $772 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Ryde - Hunters Hill, over 12 months | +7.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Ryde | $775 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Ryde, over 12 months | +7.0% | 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 182 tracked applications: 68 approved, 52 under assessment, 62 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 10 projects in Hunters Hill and 46 more in the surrounding area.
Council-led renewal of the Hunters Hill Village centre. The original public domain upgrades - pedestrian link improvements, plaza and laneway activation and shopfront enhancements - are now substantially complete.
NSW Government-led urban renewal of the Rhodes Peninsula, east and west of Rhodes Station, guided by the Rhodes Place Strategy and rezoned on 30 October 2021. The 20-year program targets about 4,200 new homes, up to 1,100 jobs, a new primary school and a new ferry wharf.
A $4.75 million revitalisation of Figtree Park funded by the NSW Public Spaces Legacy Program. The project transformed the site into an accessible community hub with a new plaza, pathways, lighting, nature-themed play equipment, and an inclusive Changing Places toilet facility completed in early 2026.
Planning proposal for the Montefiore Hunters Hill campus to amend the Hunters Hill LEP to allow additional seniors housing, including aged care and independent living. The proposal covers the existing Boronia Park campus and associated lots, with future development application approval still required before works can start.
Approved 48-storey mixed-use residential tower beside Rhodes Station, delivering 313 apartments including a 15% affordable housing contribution, retail and commercial podium space, extensive landscaping, communal resident amenities, basement parking, and a biophilic vertical forest design by GroupGSA for Billbergia.
RetireAustralia is redeveloping the former Caroline Chisholm Retirement Village into a seniors living community comprising 52 independent living units across two four-storey buildings. The development includes communal facilities, landscaped open space, and basement parking.
A luxury seniors living development featuring 29 meticulously appointed apartments. The project integrates modern residential design with the preserved heritage facade of the former community hall. Amenities include communal open spaces on Level 1 and 7, disability access, and a village-inspired aesthetic near the Gladesville waterfront.
A new state-of-the-art sports and community facility located between Ovals 1 and 2 in Boronia Park. The project delivered a two-storey building featuring modern change rooms, a kiosk, accessible toilets, and a multi-purpose community room with an outdoor terrace offering panoramic park views.
A comprehensive three-year environmental restoration project funded by the NSW Government Coastal and Estuary Management Program. The initiative focused on strengthening biodiversity corridors across 5 hectares of bushland at Kellys Bush Park and Pulpit Point foreshore.
Five-storey residential flat building with 86 affordable dwellings (43 social housing and 43 affordable housing), semi-basement/at-grade parking for 42 vehicles, bicycle parking, landscaping and public domain improvements. State Significant Development SSD-71687208 approved 16 June 2025.
A $46 million industrial complex approved by the Sydney North Planning Panel at 67 Mars Road. Developed by Eton Huang with design by Architex, the development comprises 19 light industrial units totalling 7,520 sqm GFA, 44 self-storage units, and 244 parking spaces across three basement levels.
State Significant Development proposing a mixed-use precinct at 363-373 Victoria Road and 44-48 Eltham Street, Gladesville. The proposal includes a 3,800 square metre full-line Woolworths supermarket, specialty retail, 171 apartments across two towers and three basement parking levels, plus a rezoning to MU1 Mixed Use.
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2021 1, 2022 0, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 1, 2026 7, 2027 3, 2028 7, 2029 4, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 1. 5 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 182 substantial development applications lodged in and around Hunters Hill over the past 5 years, 136 in the last 12 months; 52 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 10, 2023 9, 2024 12, 2025 15, 2026 (to Oct) 132.
Key application 63-67 High Street, Hunters Hill Childcare | $4.7m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 182 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 136 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 35th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 24 | ABS building approvals | 36th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 68 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 52 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Hunters Hill include: Gladesville Masterplan (Planning); Hunters Hill Village Precinct Renewal (Planning); Rhodes Precinct Redevelopment (Dev. Approval); Figtree Park Redevelopment (Completed); and Montefiore Hunters Hill Seniors Living Planning Proposal (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Hunters Hill spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Business Parks & Technology Hubs, and Health & Medical, among others.
The suburb of Hunters Hill ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Hunters Hill, placing the area among the bottom 17% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Hunters Hill area has seen 48 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Hunters Hill's current population of 9,218 has been supported by 24 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Hunters Hill has seen 2.5 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 385 people in the suburb of Hunters Hill, 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 Hunters Hill's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 24, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Hunters Hill has seen 119 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential 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.
Hunters Hill is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,218 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,538 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,014 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 204 | 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 | -1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.63 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Hunters Hill was estimated to be approximately 9,218 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,208 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Hunters Hill has added approximately 204 people and shown a 2.26% increase from the 9,014 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Hunters Hill is estimated at 2,539 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Hunters Hill has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Hunters Hill is driven by: Interstate migration (60.0%), Overseas migration (40.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 60.0% of overall population gains.
Hunters Hill hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.3% | 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 | 46 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 17.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Hunters Hill at 45 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 46 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Hunters Hill is 8 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Hunters Hill compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 15 - 24 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 Hunters Hill compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Hunters Hill show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (5.1% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (7.5% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (7.9% vs 16.2%) and 0-4 year-olds (3.5% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.9% of the population in the suburb of Hunters Hill as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.6% of the population in the suburb of Hunters Hill as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 8% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $84,117 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $213,763 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,413 | 2021 Census, weekly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,239 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 54.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $4,583 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Hunters Hill is approximately $89,484. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $84,117.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Hunters Hill is approximately $227,401. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $213,763.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Hunters Hill is approximately $89,484 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,117 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Hunters Hill is approximately $227,401 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $213,763 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Hunters Hill's households (~45.3% / 1,316 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Hunters Hill is the $4000+ group, representing about 45.3% 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 Hunters Hill is $3,413/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Hunters Hill is $4,583/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Hunters Hill is $1,239/wk.
The suburb of Hunters Hill shows a median taxpayer income of $84,117 and an average of $213,763 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is among the top percentile nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $89,484 (median) and $227,401 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Hunters Hill is $12,777 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Hunters Hill's disposable income is $12,777 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Hunters Hill ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,144 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,059 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,281 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Hunters Hill has approximately 5,144 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Hunters Hill stands at 2.6%, 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 Hunters Hill is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (16.5% of employment), health care & social assistance (15.5%), and finance & insurance (9.8%). Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Hunters Hill 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 Hunters Hill is 68.4%, 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 Hunters Hill shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 16.5% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the 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 Hunters Hill's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Hunters Hill demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 52.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 26.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
52.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Hunters Hill have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
26.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Hunters Hill have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Hunters Hill ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Hunters Hill are: Bachelor Degree (32.6%), Postgraduate (15.8%), Advanced Diploma (10.6%).
35.6% of the population in the suburb of Hunters Hill is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.7% in primary school, 12.6% in secondary school, 7.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Hunters Hill is 1138, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Hunters Hill, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,964 students.
The suburb of Hunters Hill includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Hunters Hill features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few group households, 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 | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 42.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,908 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,974 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.3% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Hunters Hill had 2,908 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.3% to an estimated 2,974 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Hunters Hill is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.1%), group households (1.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,219 family households, couples with children account for 42.7% of all households, couples without children at home 25.3%, and single parent families 7.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Hunters Hill shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Hunters Hill have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 53.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.9% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 22.1% of all households in the suburb of Hunters Hill, 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 1.5% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Hunters Hill was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 19.7% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 80.3% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.4% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 71.7% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Hunters Hill was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 28.3% of its population born overseas and 19.7% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Hunters Hill was found to be Christianity, which makes up 64.4% of people in Hunters Hill. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Hunters Hill are English, comprising 22.3% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Hunters Hill (vs 0.3% across Greater Sydney), Lebanese at 2.0% (vs 2.6%) and Polish at 1.0% (vs 0.6%).
28.3% of the suburb of Hunters Hill population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
19.7% of the population in the suburb of Hunters Hill speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.4% of the suburb of Hunters Hill population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
90.4% of the suburb of Hunters Hill population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Hunters Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 21.8% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 43.4% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 70.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $4,333 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $530 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 15.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 10th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Hunters Hill, 43.4% of homes are owned outright, 34.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 70.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Hunters Hill are houses.
In the suburb of Hunters Hill, 17.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Hunters Hill stands at 43.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Hunters Hill is $4,333, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Hunters Hill is $2,012, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Hunters Hill, households with mortgages typically spend 29.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 15.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Hunters Hill is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Hunters Hill shows mortgage holders spending 29.3% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 15.5% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Hunters Hill consists of 70.8% detached houses, 11.8% semi-detached dwellings, 17.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Hunters Hill consumes approximately 13.6% of median household income ($14,778 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Hunters Hill show attached dwellings contributing 29% of approvals compared to 29% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 71% of applications versus 71% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Hunters Hill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| No long-term health condition | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Around 110.5% of people in the suburb of Hunters Hill are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Hunters Hill, 4.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.2% of people in the suburb of Hunters Hill are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.8% of the suburb of Hunters Hill population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the suburb of Hunters Hill have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Hunters Hill, 110.5% 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 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 | 69 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 69th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 77 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,634 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 120 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 56.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 77 public transport stops within the suburb of Hunters Hill.
The suburb of Hunters Hill has 1,634 weekly trips across 38 routes, averaging 233 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 156 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 405 m away and the nearest school 429 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 77 stops nearby, 1,634 weekly trips, access rating 69 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 70 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 70th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 405 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 429 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 458 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 530 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 698 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 719 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 3 long day care centres with 214 places in Hunters Hill, about 1.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Hunters Hill, placing the area among the bottom 17% of areas assessed nationally.
Hunters Hill has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Hunters Hill's resilient property market has recorded 106 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% commercial transactions.
Hunters Hill is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Hunters Hill hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 8% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Hunters Hill ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Hunters Hill demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Hunters Hill features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Hunters Hill was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Hunters Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Hunters Hill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is 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.
Hunters Hill has an estimated 9,218 residents, up 2.3% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Hunters Hill.
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 Hunters Hill.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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 (SAL11961). 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 (Oct 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 Hunters Hill 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 Hunters Hill 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.
