Kurraba Point

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

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the population of Kurraba Point was estimated at around 1,558 as of Feb 2026. This reflected an increase of 157 people (11.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,401 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 1,543 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 35 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a population density ratio of 6,773 persons per square kilometer, placing Kurraba Point in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 11.2% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA3 area (5.6%) and the SA4 region, making it a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 88.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilised NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations were applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics anticipated lower quartile growth, with Kurraba Point expected to expand by 31 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 1.0% in total over the 17 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 using ABS building approval numbers from statistical area data, Kurraba Point has experienced approximately six dwelling approvals per year. Between financial years 2021 (FY-21) and 2025 (FY-25), around 32 homes were approved, with an additional five approved in the current financial year 2026 (FY-26). Despite population decline in recent years, development activity has been relatively adequate.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $875,000, indicating a focus on premium segment upmarket properties. This year, $37.8 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Kurraba Point records 104.0% more building activity per person. With around 1477 people per dwelling approval, it reflects a highly mature market. New development consists of approximately 11.0% detached houses and 89.0% townhouses or apartments, providing accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Kurraba Point is expected to grow by 16 residents through to 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, 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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project expected to impact the region: 183-185 Military Road Mixed Use Development. Other notable projects include 27 Bydown Street Residential Development, Kirribilli Harbour, and Waruda Kirribilli. The following list details those likely to have the most relevance.

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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. The unemployment rate was 4.6% as of an unspecified past year. Employment growth over the previous year was estimated at 1.4%.

As of December 2025967 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, which is 0.5% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Kurraba Point was 72.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. According to Census responses, 69.8% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors included professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance.

Kurraba Point had a high specialization in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share twice the regional level, while construction showed lower representation at 4.0% compared to the regional average of 8.6%. Over a 12-month period ending unspecified, employment increased by 1.4%, matching labour force growth and keeping unemployment relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced higher employment and labour force growth rates. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Kurraba Point's employment should increase by 7.6% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

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 income in Kurraba Point is exceptionally high nationally. The median income is $89,324 and the average is $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 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $97,238 (median) and $169,966 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Kurraba Point rank highly nationally, between the 97th and 99th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 37.0% of locals (576 people) fall into the $4000+ category, unlike regional trends where 30.9% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. A significant 49.9% earn above $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 14.3% of income and strong earnings rank residents 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% were houses while 85.1% consisted of other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This differs from Sydney metropolitan areas where 55.9% were houses and 44.1% were other dwellings. Home ownership in Kurraba Point was higher at 30.9%, with the rest either mortgaged (17.5%) or rented (51.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Kurraba Point was $3,000, exceeding Sydney's average of $2,427. Weekly rent median stood at $610 compared to Sydney's $470. Nationally, Kurraba Point's mortgage repayments were significantly 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%, consisting of 38.0% lone person households and 3.9% group households. 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

Educational attainment in Kurraba Point is notably higher than national and state averages. Specifically, 65.0% of residents aged 15 years and above possess university qualifications, compared to the Australian average of 30.4% and the New South Wales (NSW) average of 32.2%. This high level of educational attainment is predominantly composed of Bachelor degrees (39.0%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (21.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Vocational pathways make up 18.2% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and above, with advanced diplomas accounting for 11.2% and certificates for 7.0%.

Additionally, a significant proportion of the population is currently engaged in formal education, with 24.8% actively pursuing it. This includes 9.3% enrolled in tertiary education, 6.0% in primary education, and 5.0% pursuing 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 stops operating within Kurraba Point, offering a mix of ferry and bus services. These stops are served by two individual routes, collectively facilitating 1492 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 177 meters from the nearest stop. As predominantly residential, most commuters travel outward; cars remain the primary mode at 74%, with train use at 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.7 per dwelling, below regional average. High work-from-home rate of 69.8% was recorded in the 2021 Census, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 213 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 497 weekly trips per individual 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, assessed by AreaSearch, show notably low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The area has a very high private health cover rate of approximately 88% (1,375 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health issues affect 6.4% of residents, with asthma impacting 5.5%.

Notably, 76.6% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Kurraba Point has a larger senior population at 22.0% (342 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Kurraba Point are 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's population showed greater linguistic diversity, with 15.8% speaking a language other than English at home, compared to the majority of local markets. Born overseas, 37.8% of Kurraba Point residents were born outside Australia. Christianity was the predominant religion in Kurraba Point, comprising 48.7% of the population.

Judaism, however, was more prevalent in Kurraba Point at 1.8%, compared to Greater Sydney's 0.8%. In terms of ancestry, English heritage dominated at 28.4%, higher than the regional average of 19.0%. Australian heritage followed at 17.1% and Other at 10.6%, lower than the regional average of 16.0%. Notably, French (1.7%), Hungarian (0.8%), and Dutch (2.7%) ancestry were overrepresented in Kurraba Point 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, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 years make up 9.2% of the population, while those aged 5-14 years constitute 6.7%. Since 2021, the percentage of the population aged 75-84 has increased from 7.4% to 9.2%, and the 15-24 age group has risen from 8.7% to 9.9%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has decreased from 14.6% to 13.5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Kurraba Point's age structure. The number of people aged 85 and above is projected to rise substantially, increasing by 32 individuals (an 87% growth) from 37 to 70. Notably, the combined population of those aged 65 and above will account for 83% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. Meanwhile, the populations aged 15-24 and 0-4 are expected to decline.