Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Lewisham (NSW) has an estimated 4,298 residents, up 5.9% since the 2021 Census, with 93 projects tracked in the area around Lewisham (NSW).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Lewisham (NSW), 6.7 kilometres west-southwest from Sydney CBD, has an estimated population of 4,298 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate is 238 people (5.9%) above the 2021 Census count of 4,060 people. The area is shaped by young professionals, a notable 25 to 34yo demographic, and a working age population that includes a high proportion of young adults and group households. Education levels are above average, and Lewisham is among the country's most affluent areas.
Sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Lewisham (NSW), 6.7 kilometres west-southwest from Sydney CBD, has an estimated population of 4,298 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate is 238 people (5.9%) above the 2021 Census count of 4,060 people. The area is shaped by young professionals, a notable 25 to 34yo demographic, and a working age population that includes a high proportion of young adults and group households. Education levels are above average, and Lewisham is among the country's most affluent areas.
Sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,805 in 2006 and 4,298 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 26.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.8%.
Lewisham (NSW) ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 97th for income.
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 Lewisham (NSW) is $744 a week, down 2.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 6% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
6% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $828 in 2017, $943 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $554 in 2017, $718 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Victoria Street, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $3,070,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 49 Old Canterbury Road, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $2,000,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 2/1 Jubilee Street, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $1,645,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 14 Barker Street, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $1,505,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 315/20 Hudson Street, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $800,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 52/90 Old Canterbury Road, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $950,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 313/20 Hudson Street, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $835,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 110 Old Canterbury Road, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $2,350,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 309/147 New Canterbury Road, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $765,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 17/20 Hudson Street, Lewisham NSW 2049 | $965,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 12 Mar 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,156,250 (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 | $744 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -2.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.36m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $951k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,156,250 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 12 Mar 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $943 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +0.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $718 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | -1.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| 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 40 tracked applications: 13 approved, 10 under assessment, 17 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 93 projects in and around Lewisham (NSW), 23 of them under construction.
The Sydenham to Bankstown conversion involves upgrading 13km of the T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards. As of May 2026, the project is in a final testing and construction 'blitz', with conversion works over 85% complete.
The Joinery Annandale is Landcom’s mixed-use redevelopment of the 1.1-hectare former WestConnex dive site at 160-186 Parramatta Road and 79-95 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Annandale.
Rezoning and planning proposal for 466-480 New Canterbury Road and 26-38 Hercules Street to amend the Inner West Local Environmental Plan. The gazetted amendment rezoned former light industrial land to facilitate high-density residential, business development, and public/private open space supporting approximately 156 dwellings.
Ara is a curated collection of 139 limited edition apartments across six low density boutique buildings at 141 Allen Street, Leichhardt. Offers studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses with low strata fees. Developed by Changfa Group with architecture by Group GSA, which refined the approved DA prepared by Candelapas Associates.
Approved 5 storey residential flat building containing 36 apartments with basement parking at 29-31 Brighton Street Petersham. The development is designed by Zhinar Architects for Petersham Developments Pty Ltd.
The final stage of development at Cardinal Freeman retirement village, featuring the new Wattle Residences with 41 contemporary independent living apartments. This represents the last opportunity to secure brand-new apartments in this highly sought-after Inner West retirement community. Construction is underway with move-in expected in Spring 2026.
10-year master plan for streetscape improvements around Dulwich Hill Station. Includes pedestrian-oriented village improvements, Bedford Crescent connections, traffic signal upgrades and enhanced public domain.
Upgrade of Marrickville Station to metro standards as part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project (Sydenham to Bankstown conversion). Works include platform screen doors, mechanical gap fillers, level access boarding, security systems, CCTV, solar panels, and bridge upgrades to the Illawarra Road and Livingstone Road overbridges.
$40 million refurbishment and upgrade of Leichhardt Oval, including renovation of the historic western grandstand, replacement of seating with modern stadium seating, modern hospitality and media facilities, four NRL-compliant female-friendly change rooms, a new northern grandstand and replacement of the lower seating bowl with a new 1,500-seat stand.
The proposed development at 307-315 Parramatta Road involves the demolition of existing commercial structures and the construction of a 7-storey shop-top mixed-use building. The project comprises 63 residential apartments, ground floor retail and commercial spaces, and basement car parking.
Council upgrade to JF Laxton Reserve including new playground and lighting improvements, rain gardens and nature play, furniture and signage upgrades, and energy efficient lighting.
Contemporary residential development with apartments and ground floor retail. Features modern architecture and sustainable design principles with excellent transport connectivity.
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Estimated completion year of the 43 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 8, 2026 10, 2027 9, 2028 8, 2029 4, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 40 substantial development applications lodged in and around Lewisham (NSW) over the past 5 years, 31 in the last 12 months; 10 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 3, 2023 0, 2024 3, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 31.
Key application 2B West Street, Lewisham Aged Care | $236m | 189 dwellings Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 40 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 31 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 10 | ABS building approvals | 20th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Lewisham include: Petersham Station Low and Mid Rise Housing / TOD Precinct (Planning); Sydney Metro Sydenham to Bankstown Conversion (Construction); Petersham Village Precinct Rezoning and Masterplan (Under Assessment); Cooks to Cove GreenWay (Completed); and Sydney Local Health District Hospital Redevelopment Program - RPA and Canterbury (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Lewisham spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
The suburb of Lewisham ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Lewisham when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Lewisham area has seen 44 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Lewisham's current population of 4,298 has been supported by 10 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Lewisham has seen 2.3 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 194 people in the suburb of Lewisham, 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 Lewisham's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 10, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Lewisham has grown by approximately 283 people, while 48 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.9 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 Lewisham 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 | 4,298 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +5.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 6,697 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,060 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 238 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.64 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Lewisham was estimated to be approximately 4,298 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,298 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of lewisham has added approximately 238 people and shown a 5.86% increase from the 4,060 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Lewisham is estimated at 6,716 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Lewisham has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.9% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Lewisham 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.
Lewisham hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 37.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 65.2% | 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 | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 26.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Lewisham at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Lewisham is 3 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Lewisham compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 26.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Lewisham compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 6.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Lewisham show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (26.9% vs 16.2%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (6.9% vs 11.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.0% of the population in the suburb of Lewisham as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.3% of the population in the suburb of Lewisham as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 3% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $84,926 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $109,152 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,405 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,344 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,263 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Lewisham is approximately $90,344. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $84,926.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Lewisham is approximately $116,116. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $109,152.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Lewisham is approximately $90,344 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,926 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Lewisham is approximately $116,116 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $109,152 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Lewisham's households (~29.8% / 500 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Lewisham is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.8% 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 Lewisham is $2,405/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Lewisham is $3,263/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Lewisham is $1,344/wk.
The suburb of Lewisham's income level is exceptionally high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Lewisham's median income among taxpayers is $84,926 and the average income stands at $109,152, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $90,344 (median) and $116,116 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Lewisham is $8,415 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of lewisham's disposable income is $8,415 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Lewisham 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 | 78.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,852 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,483 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,983 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Lewisham has approximately 2,852 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 Lewisham 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 Lewisham is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (18.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.0%), and education & training (11.1%). Other significant employers include finance & insurance and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Lewisham has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Lewisham is 78.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of lewisham shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 18.3% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of lewisham'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.
Lewisham 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 | 37.5% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 59.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 21.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
59.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Lewisham have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
21.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Lewisham have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of lewisham ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Lewisham are: Bachelor Degree (37.5%), Postgraduate (17.6%), Certificate (10.0%).
31.0% of the population in the suburb of Lewisham is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.1% in primary school, 5.2% in secondary school, 11.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Lewisham is 1063, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Lewisham, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,777 students.
The suburb of lewisham includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Lewisham features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 22.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.2% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,678 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,776 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 59.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.8 per family | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Lewisham had 1,678 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 5.8% to an estimated 1,776 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Lewisham is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 59.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.7%), group households (9.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,003 family households, couples with children account for 22.6% of all households, couples without children at home 28.2%, and single parent families 7.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Lewisham shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 30.7% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 59.8% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 34.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 52.9% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 30.7% of all households in the suburb of Lewisham, higher than 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 9.5% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Lewisham 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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 34.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 74.8% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 82.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 65.7% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
Lewisham was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 25.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 34.3% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Lewisham, at 33.5% of people, although more residents (60.1%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Lewisham are English, comprising 20.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.1% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of Lewisham (vs 0.3% across Greater Sydney), Spanish at 0.7% (vs 0.6%) and Russian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
34.3% of the suburb of Lewisham population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
25.2% of the population in the suburb of Lewisham speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.8% of the suburb of Lewisham population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
82.0% of the suburb of Lewisham population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Lewisham features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 47.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 57.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,817 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $520 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 74th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Lewisham, 19.2% of homes are owned outright, 32.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 47.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 28.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Lewisham are houses.
In the suburb of Lewisham, 57.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 13.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Lewisham stands at 19.2%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Lewisham is $2,817, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Lewisham is $2,006, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Lewisham, households with mortgages typically spend 27.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Lewisham is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Lewisham shows mortgage holders spending 27.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 21.6% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Lewisham consists of 28.7% detached houses, 13.2% semi-detached dwellings, 57.2% apartments, and 0.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Lewisham consumes approximately 19.3% of median household income ($10,414 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Lewisham show attached dwellings contributing 90% of approvals compared to 71% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 10% of applications versus 29% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Lewisham is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Lewisham's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 68.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 90th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.3% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
Around 68.5% of people in the suburb of Lewisham are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Lewisham, 4.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.6% of people in the suburb of Lewisham are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.3% of the suburb of Lewisham population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.1% of people in the suburb of Lewisham have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Lewisham, 68.5% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 99 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 99th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 27 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,825 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 159 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 33 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 65.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 27 public transport stops within the suburb of Lewisham.
The suburb of Lewisham has 5,825 weekly trips across 33 routes, averaging 832 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 101 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 188 m away and the nearest school 234 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 27 stops nearby, 5,825 weekly trips, access rating 99 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 84 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 84th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 188 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 234 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 281 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 527 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 607 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 623 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 648 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 949 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.3 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 is 1 long day care centre with 86 places in Lewisham (NSW), about 2.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Lewisham when compared nationally.
Lewisham has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 4% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Lewisham's established property market has recorded 90 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 93% residential and 7% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Lewisham are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Lewisham hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 3% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
The employment landscape in Lewisham shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Lewisham shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Lewisham features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Lewisham 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.
Lewisham features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Lewisham's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Lewisham (NSW) has an estimated 4,298 residents, up 5.9% since the 2021 Census, with 93 projects tracked in the area around Lewisham (NSW).
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 Lewisham (NSW).
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 May 2026. Housing, households 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 (SAL12322). 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 (May 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, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Lewisham (NSW) 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 Lewisham (NSW) 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.
