Kirrawee

Population growth drivers in Kirrawee are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, Kirrawee's population is estimated at around 11,817, reflecting an increase of 810 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 11,007. This change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 11,679 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 118 validated new addresses since the Census date. The suburb's population density is 3,282 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kirrawee's growth of 7.4% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (4.1%) and the state level. Overseas migration contributed approximately 73.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb, with an expected increase of 1,978 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 15.4% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Kirrawee among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Kirrawee had around 84 dwelling approvals per year. From FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 422 homes were approved, with another 38 in FY-26 so far. Each new dwelling built over these years attracted an average of 2.3 new residents.

The average construction cost for new dwellings was $468,000. This financial year has seen $59.7 million in commercial approvals, indicating high local commercial activity. Recent construction comprised 13.0% detached houses and 87.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from the area's current housing composition of 50.0% houses. With around 226 people per dwelling approval, Kirrawee's population is growing.

Future projections estimate an addition of 1,823 residents by 2041. Current construction levels should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potential growth exceeding current forecasts.

Kirrawee has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 25 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include President Private Hospital Redevelopment, Workway Trade Centre, Gymea Trade Centre Redevelopment (Stages 2 & 3), and Heathcote Road Overtaking Lane - Lucas Heights to Engadine. The following list details those most relevant.

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Kirrawee has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Kirrawee has a well-educated workforce with professional services being prominently represented. The unemployment rate in the area is 4.0%, with an estimated employment growth of 2.8% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of June 2025, there are 6,522 residents employed while the unemployment rate stands at 0.2% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. The workforce participation in Kirrawee is fairly standard at 63.6%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries for employment among residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and professional & technical services. Notably, public administration & safety shows strong specialization with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level.

However, professional & technical services employ only 10.2% of local workers, which is below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. While there are local employment opportunities, many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census working population data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.8% while the labour force grew by 3.2%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.6%, labour force expand by 2.9%, and unemployment rise by 0.3 percentage points during the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in Sep-22, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kirrawee's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Kirrawee has high national income levels. The median income is $59,643 and the average is $73,973. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Kirrawee are approximately $67,164 (median) and $83,301 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Kirrawee cluster around the 74th percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that the largest segment comprises 30.6% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (3,616 residents). This aligns with the surrounding region where this cohort also represents 30.9%. Economic strength is evident through 31.5% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000. High housing costs consume 18.7% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 65th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Kirrawee displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Kirrawee's latest Census evaluation, 49.7% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 50.3% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Sydney metro areas having no houses and no other dwellings recorded in the Census data. Home ownership in Kirrawee stood at 30.2%, compared to mortgaged dwellings at 39.0% and rented ones at 30.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, aligning with Sydney metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $500. Nationally, Kirrawee's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Kirrawee has a typical household mix, with a median household size of 2.5 people

Family households constitute 69.3% of all households, including 33.8% couples with children, 24.2% couples without children, and 10.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.7%, with lone person households at 27.7% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.5 people.

Kirrawee shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational qualifications in Kirrawee trail regional benchmarks. As of 2021, 31.3% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 22.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%).

Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (13.2%) and certificates (23.5%). Educational participation is notably high, with 29.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of the 2020 census. This includes 9.3% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education. Educational provision includes Kirrawee Public School and Kirrawee High School, collectively serving 1,437 students as of the 2020 academic year while the area demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1068). Educational provision follows conventional lines, split between one primary and one secondary institution.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Kirrawee has 67 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 36 individual routes, collectively providing 3,229 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 150 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 461 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 48 weekly trips per stop.

Health outcomes in Kirrawee are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Kirrawee's health indicators show below-average results, with common health conditions among its general population being somewhat typical but higher than Australia's average for older cohorts.

Private health cover is very high in Kirrawee, at approximately 56% of the total population (~6,636 people). The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.0% and 8.0% of residents respectively. Conversely, 69.3% report having no medical ailments, compared to 0% across Greater Sydney. As of the latest data (2016), Kirrawee has 19.1% of its residents aged 65 years and over (2,257 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than those for the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Kirrawee was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kirrawee had a cultural diversity index above average, with 22.8% of its population born overseas and 16.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Kirrawee, comprising 57.8% of the population, compared to None% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups were English (27.6%), Australian (25.3%), and Irish (8.8%).

Notably, Russian (0.5%) Welsh (0.7%), and Macedonian (0.5%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Kirrawee compared to None% each regionally.

Kirrawee's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Kirrawee is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and close to Australia's national average of 38 years. The cohort aged 75-84 years is over-represented in Kirrawee at 7.4%, compared to the Greater Sydney average, while those aged 25-34 years are under-represented at 12.9%. According to data from the 2021 Census, the age group of 35 to 44 years has increased from 14.6% to 15.4% of Kirrawee's population. Conversely, the cohort aged 85 years and above has decreased from 4.1% to 3.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Kirrawee. The cohort aged 75-84 years is expected to grow by 69%, reaching 1,478 people from the current figure of 874. This growth is part of a broader trend of demographic aging, with residents aged 65 and older representing 68% of anticipated population growth. Meanwhile, the cohorts aged 5-14 years and 25-34 years are expected to experience population declines.