Kurraba Point

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

As of November 2025, the estimated population of Kurraba Point is around 1,553. This figure reflects an increase of 152 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,401. The current resident population estimate of 1,550 by AreaSearch was inferred from the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 6,752 persons per square kilometer, placing Kurraba Point in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's population growth of 10.8% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (5.4%) and the SA3 area. This growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 88.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the 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. By 2041, based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to expand by 29 persons, reflecting a decline of 2.6% in total over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Kurraba Point, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers for Kurraba Point shows around 8 dwellings receiving development approval each year. Over the past 5 financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 43 homes were approved, with an additional 6 approved so far in FY-26.

Despite population decline in recent years, development activity has been adequate relative to other areas, which is positive for buyers. New properties are constructed at an average value of $875,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Compared to Greater Sydney, Kurraba Point shows 179.0% higher new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice. The development consists of 9.0% detached houses and 91.0% attached dwellings, demonstrating a trend toward denser development that appeals to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 198 people per dwelling approval, Kurraba Point exhibits characteristics of a growth area.

Population projections indicating stability or decline suggest reduced housing demand pressures in the future, benefiting potential buyers.

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

The performance of an area can significantly influenced by changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified one project that is expected to impact this particular area. Notable projects include the 183-185 Military Road Mixed Use Development, the 27 Bydown Street Residential Development, Kirribilli Harbour, and Waruda Kirribilli. The following list details those projects likely to have the most relevance.

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Kurraba Point has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Kurraba Point has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 5.5%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of June 2025977 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.3% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Kurraba Point is at 70.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The leading employment industries among residents are professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. Professional & technical services have a particularly notable concentration, with employment levels at 2.0 times the regional average.

In contrast, construction employs only 4.0% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 8.6%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to June 2025, labour force levels increased by 0.1%, alongside a 1.2% employment decline, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 1.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6%, labour force growth of 2.9%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 offer insight into potential future demand within Kurraba Point. These projections suggest that national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Kurraba Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.6% over five years and 15.0% over ten years.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2022, Kurraba Point had a median income among taxpayers of $89,324. The average income stood at $156,133. Nationally, this places Kurraba Point in the top percentile. In Greater Sydney, median and average incomes were $56,994 and $80,856 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% from financial year ended June 2022 to September 2025, estimated median and average incomes for Kurraba Point would be approximately $100,588 and $175,821 respectively. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data from 2021, household, family, and personal incomes in Kurraba Point rank highly nationally, between the 97th and 99th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that the largest segment comprises 37.0% earning $4,000 or more weekly (574 residents), unlike regional levels where the $1,500 to $2,999 category predominates at 30.9%. Higher earners represent a substantial presence with 49.9% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. Housing accounts for 14.3% of income. Strong earnings rank residents within the 96th percentile for disposable income. The area's Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (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

As of the latest Census, dwelling structures in Kurraba Point consisted of 15.0% houses and 85.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 17.9% houses and 82.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kurraba Point was at 30.9%, similar to Sydney metro, with the rest being mortgaged (17.5%) or rented (51.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,000, lower than Sydney metro's average of $3,085. The median weekly rent in Kurraba Point was $610, compared to Sydney metro's $582. 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% composed of couples with children, 33.7% consisting of couples without children, and 5.4% headed by single parents. Non-family households constitute the remaining 42.3%, with lone person households making up 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 2.1.

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 higher university qualification rate at 65.0% compared to Australia (30.4%) and NSW (32.2%). Bachelor degrees are most common at 39.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (21.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Vocational pathways account for 18.2%, with advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 7.0%. A total of 24.8% of the population actively pursue formal education, including 9.3% in tertiary, 6.0% in primary, and 5.0% in secondary education.

Educational facilities may be outside immediate catchment boundaries, requiring residents to access schools in neighboring areas.

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

Transport analysis shows two active stops in Kurraba Point offering a mix of ferry and bus services. These stops are served by two routes combined offering 828 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 180 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 118 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 414 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 shows excellent health outcomes across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally high here at approximately 88% (1,371 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, 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 75.2% across Greater Sydney. The population aged 65 and over is 21.3%, or 330 people, which is higher than the 20.1% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly matching the general population's health profile.

Kurraba Point was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Kurraba Point had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 15.8% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 37.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Kurraba Point, comprising 48.7% of the population. Judaism was overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, making up 1.8% of Kurraba Point's population versus 1.0%.

The top three ancestry 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 1.1%, 0.4% and 1.1% respectively.

Kurraba Point hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

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 8.7% of the population, while those aged 5-14 years comprise 6.7%. Since 2021, the proportion of those aged 15-24 has increased from 8.7% to 10.1%, and the 75-84 cohort has risen from 7.4% to 8.7%. Conversely, the percentage of those aged 55-64 has decreased from 14.6% to 13.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that the 75-84 age group will increase by 26 people (20%), growing from 135 to 162 individuals. Notably, those aged 65 and above are projected to account for 82% of total population growth in Kurraba Point. Meanwhile, the populations of those aged 45-54 and 15-24 are expected to decline.