Kurraba Point

Kurraba Point has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, the estimated population of Kurraba Point as of May 2026 is around 1,560. This reflects an increase of 159 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,401 people. The change was inferred from the resident population of 1,557 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 35 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 6,782 persons per square kilometer, which places Kurraba Point in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 11.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (5.9%) and the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for Kurraba Point was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 88.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating future population dynamics, lower quartile growth of national areas is anticipated, with Kurraba Point expected to expand by 20 persons to reach a total of 1,580 by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 1.1% in total over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Kurraba Point is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Kurraba Point has seen approximately 6 dwellings receiving development approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 32 homes were approved, with a further 5 approved in FY26 to date. On average, 0.1 people have moved to the area per dwelling built over these five years, indicating that supply is meeting or exceeding demand and providing greater buyer choice while supporting potential population growth above projections.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $875,000, demonstrating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This year alone, $37.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Kurraba Point records 112.0% more building activity per person, which should provide buyers with ample choice, although development activity has moderated in recent periods. New development consists of 11.0% detached houses and 89.0% townhouses or apartments, reflecting a trend towards denser development that provides accessible entry options and appeals to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 1527 people per dwelling approval, Kurraba Point reflects a highly mature market.

Looking ahead, AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Kurraba Point to grow by 17 residents through to 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Kurraba Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

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The labour market in Kurraba Point demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Kurraba Point has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 4.7% as of an unspecified past year. Employment grew by 1.6% during this period.

As of December 2025979 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 4.7%, 0.5% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Kurraba Point was 73.6%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 69.8% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance.

Kurraba Point specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share twice the regional level. Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 4.0% compared to the regional average of 8.6%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the ratio of working population to resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in an unspecified date, employment increased by 1.6%, matching labour force growth and keeping unemployment relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced higher employment and labour force growth with a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kurraba Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.6% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Kurraba Point suburb has exceptionally high incomes nationally. The median income is $89,324 while the average stands at $156,133. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Kurraba Point are approximately $98,542 (median) and $172,246 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census figures, incomes in Kurraba Point rank highly nationally, between the 97th and 99th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income brackets indicate that 37.0% of locals (577 people) fall into the $4000+ category, unlike regional trends where 30.9% are in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Notably, 49.9% earn above $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 14.3% of income, and residents rank within the 96th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Kurraba Point features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Kurraba Point, as per the latest Census evaluation, 15.0% of dwellings were houses while 85.1% consisted of semi-detached units, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Sydney metropolitan areas where 55.9% were houses and 44.1% were other dwellings. Home ownership in Kurraba Point stood at 30.9%, higher than the Sydney metro average. Mortgaged dwellings accounted for 17.5% and rented dwellings made up 51.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Kurraba Point was $3,000, significantly higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,427. Weekly rent median stood at $610 compared to Sydney's $470. Nationally, Kurraba Point's mortgage repayments were considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Kurraba Point features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 57.7% of all households, including 17.8% couples with children, 33.7% couples without children, and 5.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 42.3%, with lone person households at 38.0% and group households comprising 3.9%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Kurraba Point demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Kurraba Point's residents aged 15+ have a notably higher university qualification rate of 65.0%, surpassing Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. This indicates a significant educational advantage in the area for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 39.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (21.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Vocational pathways comprise 18.2% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 7.0%.

Furthermore, a substantial 24.8% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 9.3% in tertiary education, 6.0% in primary education, and 5.0% in secondary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows three active transport stops operating within Kurraba Point, consisting of a mix of ferry and bus services. These stops are served by two individual routes, collectively facilitating 1,492 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 177 meters from the nearest stop. As primarily residential, most residents commute outward; car remains dominant at 74%, while train usage stands at 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.7 per dwelling, below the regional average. In 2021 Census data, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions, 69.8% of residents work from home.

Service frequency averages 213 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 497 weekly trips per stop.

Kurraba Point's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Kurraba Point's health outcomes data shows excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 88% of the total population (1,377 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in Kurraba Point, affecting 6.4% and 5.5% of residents respectively. A total of 76.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The area has 21.1% of residents aged 65 and over (329 people), higher than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

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

Kurraba Point had a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 15.8% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 37.8% born overseas. The predominant religion was Christianity, comprising 48.7%. Judaism was overrepresented at 1.8%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (28.4%), Australian (17.1%), and Other (10.6%). Notably, French (1.7%) Hungarian (0.8%) and Dutch (2.7%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.5%, 0.3% and 0.7% respectively.

Kurraba Point hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Kurraba Point is 43 years, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 years make up 8.9%, while those aged 5-14 years comprise 6.8%. Since 2021, the 75-84 age group has increased from 7.4% to 8.9%, and the 55-64 age cohort has decreased from 14.6% to 12.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that the 85+ age group will grow by 33 people (101%), from 32 to 66. The combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 77% of total population growth, reflecting Kurraba Point's aging demographic profile. Conversely, the 15-24 and 45-54 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.