Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Kirrawee has an estimated 12,260 residents, up 11.4% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Kirrawee.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Kirrawee is a suburb located 23 kilometres southwest of the Sydney CBD. According to AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb of Kirrawee had an estimated population of around 12,260 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and on national address file data updated each quarter. This marks an increase of 1,253 people (11.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 11,007 people. Residents aged 35 to 44 are comparatively prominent, and the suburb offers a strong range of service amenities.
Kirrawee shows a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 39. The suburb combines above-average education levels with high income levels. A significant level of infrastructure and major project spending is planned, which should support performance and demand. In terms of population growth, the suburb displays moderate expansion patterns.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Kirrawee is a suburb located 23 kilometres southwest of the Sydney CBD. According to AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb of Kirrawee had an estimated population of around 12,260 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and on national address file data updated each quarter. This marks an increase of 1,253 people (11.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 11,007 people. Residents aged 35 to 44 are comparatively prominent, and the suburb offers a strong range of service amenities.
Kirrawee shows a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 39. The suburb combines above-average education levels with high income levels. A significant level of infrastructure and major project spending is planned, which should support performance and demand. In terms of population growth, the suburb displays moderate expansion patterns.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,140 in 2006 and 12,088 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,260 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 15.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.6%.
Kirrawee ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 82nd for development activity.
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 Kirrawee is $810 a week, up 5.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.3%.
3% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $690 in 2017, $1,033 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $504 in 2017, $748 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Bligh Street, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,650,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 902/10 Village Place, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,530,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 70 Bligh Street, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,985,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 60 Magnolia Street, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,800,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 511/7 Village Place, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $900,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 7 Best Crescent, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,870,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Timaru Place, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,670,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 12/186 Bath Road, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,500,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 2/463 President Avenue, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,500,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 810/3 Village Place, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $770,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 23 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 20 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,240,000 (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 | $810 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.81m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $900k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,240,000 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 23 Jul 2026 to 20 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,033 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $748 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Sutherland | $838 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Sutherland, over 12 months | +7.3% | 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 165 tracked applications: 68 approved, 24 under assessment, 73 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Kirrawee (2 under construction) and 45 more in the surrounding area.
An 87 million dollar State Significant Development redeveloping President Private Hospital into a modern healthcare facility for the Sutherland Shire by Macquarie Health Corporation.
A purpose-built trade centre bringing together specialist trade retailers, premium workshops, and storage units into one seamlessly connected hub. The $50 million development features 3 dedicated trade retail tenancies, 13 premium workshops, and 10 spacious workstores for tools, materials and machinery.
Proposed multi-dwelling residential development comprising apartment and townhouse dwellings with basement parking at 4-6 Bligh Street, Kirrawee. The application involves site amalgamation, demolition of existing detached housing stock, and civil works within Sutherland Shire Council.
Comprehensive expansion and upgrade of the Gymea Trade Centre. The project includes the delivery of new large format retail premises, an upgraded fitness centre, modern medical suites, and childcare facilities.
A large-scale mixed-use urban renewal development on the former Kirrawee Brick Pit site, featuring 749 residential apartments across seven buildings, 10,000 square meters of retail space anchored by Coles and ALDI supermarkets, 30 specialty stores and restaurants, a 9,000 square meter public park with playground facilities, and a 1,500 square meter…
Construction of a new multipurpose hall at Sutherland Public School, including a stage, indoor sports court, canteen, storage, amenities, out of hours school care (OOSH) facilities and a covered outdoor learning area.
Mirvac's approved mixed-use development delivering 84 apartments over ground-floor retail directly opposite Gymea village and railway station.
8-storey mixed-use development comprising 24 residential apartments and a boarding house containing 70 rooms with basement car parking.
Rezoning approved for residential flat buildings on former Sylvanvale headquarters site in Kareela. The site is currently for sale via Expressions of Interest, closing August 26, 2025, with potential for up to 60 dwellings. Proceeds from the sale will fund supported accommodation for people with disabilities at other locations in Sutherland Shire.
Demolition of two existing dwellings and construction of a seven-storey co-living residential building comprising 83 self-contained rooms, communal indoor and outdoor facilities, and basement parking.
Mixed-use redevelopment of the former Gymea Hotel site at 851-853 Princes Highway into an 8-storey landmark building featuring approximately 84 apartments above ground floor retail and cafe spaces, rooftop communal areas, and basement parking.
A landmark 16-storey mixed-use precinct developed in partnership between Formus Property and The Salvation Army. The project delivers 116 residential apartments, including dedicated affordable housing, situated above new state-of-the-art community facilities.
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Estimated completion year of the 21 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 6, 2027 9, 2028 0, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 1, 2035 1. 4 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 165 substantial development applications lodged in and around Kirrawee over the past 5 years, 96 in the last 12 months; 24 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 10, 2023 19, 2024 23, 2025 20, 2026 (to Nov) 92.
Key application 533 Princes Highway, Kirrawee Commercial | $18m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 165 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 96 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 86 | ABS building approvals | 76th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 68 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 24 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Kirrawee include: President Private Hospital Redevelopment (Construction); Gymea Trade Centre Redevelopment (Stages 2 & 3) (Construction); Workway Trade Centre (Construction); Sutherland-Kirrawee Town Centre Planning Proposal & Place Plan (Planning); and Sutherland to Cronulla Active Transport Link (SCATL) Stage 2 & 3 (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Kirrawee spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Kirrawee among the top 18% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Kirrawee area has seen 120 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Kirrawee's current population of 12,260 has been supported by 86 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Kirrawee has seen 7.6 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 199 people in the suburb of Kirrawee, 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 Kirrawee's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 86, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Kirrawee has grown by approximately 1,291 people, while 428 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Kirrawee are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,260 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,406 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 11,007 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,253 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.60 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Kirrawee was estimated to be approximately 12,260 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,088 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Kirrawee has added approximately 1,253 people and shown a 11.38% increase from the 11,007 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Kirrawee is estimated at 3,406 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Kirrawee has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.3% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Kirrawee is driven by: Overseas migration (73.0%), Natural increase (27.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 73.0% of overall population gains.
Kirrawee's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.7% | 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 | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Kirrawee at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Kirrawee is 2 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Kirrawee compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 7.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Kirrawee compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Kirrawee show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (2.9% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.8% of the population in the suburb of Kirrawee as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.5% of the population in the suburb of Kirrawee as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,352 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $82,405 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,070 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $995 | 2021 Census, weekly | 78th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 31.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,613 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Kirrawee is approximately $71,649. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,352.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Kirrawee is approximately $87,662. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $82,405.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Kirrawee is approximately $71,649 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,352 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Kirrawee is approximately $87,662 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $82,405 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Kirrawee's households (~30.6% / 1,287 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Kirrawee is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.6% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Kirrawee is $2,070/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Kirrawee is $2,613/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Kirrawee is $995/wk.
The suburb of Kirrawee shows a median taxpayer income of $67,352 and an average of $82,405 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is very high 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 $71,649 (median) and $87,662 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Kirrawee is $7,289 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Kirrawee's disposable income is $7,289 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Kirrawee shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,606 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,963 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,908 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Kirrawee has approximately 6,606 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Kirrawee stands at 4.4%, which is broadly in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Kirrawee is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.7% of employment), construction (10.2%), and professional & technical (10.2%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.1% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Kirrawee has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Kirrawee is 69.4%, 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 leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Kirrawee shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 7.6% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Kirrawee's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Kirrawee shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 22.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 31.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 32.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
31.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Kirrawee have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
32.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Kirrawee have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Kirrawee ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Kirrawee are: Certificate (23.5%), Bachelor Degree (22.0%), Advanced Diploma (13.2%).
29.0% of the population in the suburb of Kirrawee is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.3% in primary school, 7.8% in secondary school, 4.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Kirrawee is 1068, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Kirrawee, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,437 students.
The suburb of Kirrawee includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Kirrawee has relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,212 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,691 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 69.3% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Kirrawee had 4,212 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.4% to an estimated 4,691 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Kirrawee is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 69.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.7%), group households (2.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,919 family households, couples with children account for 33.8% of all households, couples without children at home 24.2%, and single parent families 10.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Kirrawee shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Kirrawee have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 47.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.6% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 27.7% of all households in the suburb of Kirrawee, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.9% 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 Kirrawee was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 16.9% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 83.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 77.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
Kirrawee was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 22.8% of its population born overseas and 16.9% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Kirrawee was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.8% of people in Kirrawee. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Kirrawee are English, comprising 27.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 25.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 8.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 0.5% of Kirrawee (vs 0.4% across Greater Sydney), Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.4%) and Macedonian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
22.8% of the suburb of Kirrawee population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
16.9% of the population in the suburb of Kirrawee speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.9% of the suburb of Kirrawee population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
89.1% of the suburb of Kirrawee population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Kirrawee displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 49.7% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 39.0% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $500 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Kirrawee, 30.2% of homes are owned outright, 39.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 30.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 49.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Kirrawee are houses.
In the suburb of Kirrawee, 34.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 15.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Kirrawee stands at 30.2%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Kirrawee is $2,600, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Kirrawee is $1,681, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Kirrawee, households with mortgages typically spend 29.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Kirrawee is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Kirrawee shows mortgage holders spending 29.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 24.2% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Kirrawee consists of 49.7% detached houses, 15.3% semi-detached dwellings, 34.7% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Kirrawee consumes approximately 18.8% of median household income ($8,963 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Kirrawee show attached dwellings contributing 86% of approvals compared to 50% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 14% of applications versus 50% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Kirrawee is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Health in Kirrawee: private health cover 57.8%, no long-term health condition 69.3%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 70th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.3% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.6% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Around 57.8% of people in the suburb of Kirrawee are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Kirrawee, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the suburb of Kirrawee are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the suburb of Kirrawee population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the suburb of Kirrawee have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Kirrawee, 57.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is 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 | 73 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 73 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,113 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 63rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 168 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 37 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 43.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 73 public transport stops within the suburb of Kirrawee.
The suburb of Kirrawee has 3,113 weekly trips across 37 routes, averaging 444 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 150 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 280 m away and the nearest GP 453 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 73 stops nearby, 3,113 weekly trips, access rating 73 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 81st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 280 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 453 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 462 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 500 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 577 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 597 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 658 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 686 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 975 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.0 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 11 long day care centres with 676 places in Kirrawee, about 1.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Kirrawee among the top 18% of areas assessed nationwide.
Kirrawee ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Kirrawee's strong property market has recorded 274 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 82% residential and 18% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Kirrawee are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Kirrawee's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment landscape in Kirrawee shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Kirrawee shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Kirrawee has relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Kirrawee was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Kirrawee displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Kirrawee: private health cover 57.8%, no long-term health condition 69.3%.
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.
Kirrawee has an estimated 12,260 residents, up 11.4% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Kirrawee.
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 Kirrawee.
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 Sep 2026. Housing 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 (SAL12181). 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 (Sep 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Kirrawee 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 Kirrawee 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.
