Lindfield

Population growth drivers in Lindfield are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

The Lindfield statistical area's population is estimated at around 12,169 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,226 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,943 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 11,979 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 276 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,340 persons per square kilometer, placing Lindfield (SA2) in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 11.2% since the 2021 Census exceeded that of its SA3 area at 4.3%, and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 92.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, 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. Moving forward with demographic trends, a population increase just below the median of national areas is expected. The Lindfield (SA2) area is projected to increase by 1,397 persons to reach 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an overall increase of 5.9% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Lindfield when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Lindfield averaged approximately 114 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 573 homes were approved, with an additional 48 so far in FY-26. This results in about 0.2 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years.

The average construction value of these dwellings is approximately $906,000, indicating a focus on premium market segments. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totalled $163.3 million, suggesting significant local business investment. Compared to Greater Sydney, Lindfield has 165.0% more construction activity per person. The current dwelling mix consists of 36.0% detached and 64.0% attached dwellings, reflecting a trend towards denser development to cater to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This is a notable shift from the current housing mix, which is 52.0% houses. Lindfield's population growth is projected at around 716 residents by 2041, with new housing supply expected to meet demand based on current development patterns.

Looking ahead, Lindfield is expected to grow by 716 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 35 projects potentially impacting this region. Notable projects include Transport Oriented Development & Rail Infrastructure - Lindfield Precinct, Bridgestone Projects Lindfield, Lindfield Village Hub, and Residential Development with In-Fill Affordable Housing at Reid Street and Woodside Avenue. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Lindfield exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Lindfield has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 3.2%.

Over the past year, it maintained relative employment stability. As of September 2025, 6,026 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.0% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Lindfield is 62.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading employment industries include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance.

Lindfield shows strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level. However, construction is under-represented, at 4.3% compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data comparing working population and resident population. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, Lindfield's employment remained stable (0.0%) while the labour force increased by 0.6%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.6 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with unemployment rising by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data from NSW as of 25-Nov shows employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. Nationally, the unemployment rate is 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Lindfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.7% over five years and 15.2% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Lindfield has one of the highest income levels nationally, according to AreaSearch data based on ATO figures for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Lindfield is $65,664, with an average income of $137,584. These figures compare to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. By September 2025, estimated median and average incomes in Lindfield would be approximately $71,482 and $149,774 respectively, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. Census 2021 data shows that Lindfield's household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 89th and 95th percentiles. Income distribution in Lindfield differs from regional patterns, with 36.0% earning $4,000 or more weekly (4,380 residents), compared to 30.9% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly across regions. Lindfield's affluence is evident, with 47.6% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 15.3% of income in Lindfield, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 94th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Lindfield features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Lindfield, as recorded at the latest Census, consisted of 52.2% houses and 47.7% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Sydney metro's structure which was 68.8% houses and 31.3% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Lindfield was at 38.5%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (32.4%) or rented (29.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Lindfield was $3,450, which is below Sydney metro's average of $3,500. The median weekly rent figure for Lindfield was recorded at $600, compared to Sydney metro's $630. Nationally, Lindfield's median monthly mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Lindfield features high concentrations of family households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 78.7% of all households, including 43.8% couples with children, 24.4% couples without children, and 9.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 21.3%, with lone person households at 19.3% and group households making up 1.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.

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

Lindfield's residents aged 15+ have a higher university qualification rate of 60.4%, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. This is due to bachelor degrees (35.9%), postgraduate qualifications (20.5%), and graduate diplomas (4.0%). Vocational pathways account for 15.7%, with advanced diplomas at 9.1% and certificates at 6.6%. Educational participation is high, with 32.9% currently enrolled in formal education: primary (10.4%), secondary (9.2%), and tertiary (7.7%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.4% in primary education, 9.2% in secondary education, and 7.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Lindfield has 71 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 46 different routes, which together facilitate 5,803 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in Lindfield is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 166 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 829 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 81 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Lindfield's health outcomes show excellent results across all age groups, with very low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 81% of Lindfield's total population (9,862 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 78.8%. Nationally, the average is 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and arthritis, affecting 5.6% and 5.3% of residents respectively. A majority, 77.5%, report being completely free of medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 76.0%. Lindfield has an 18.1% senior population (2,202 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 20.2%. Seniors' health outcomes align closely with the general population's profile.

Lindfield is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Lindfield's cultural diversity is notable, with 39.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 44.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 43.4%. However, Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 1.3% versus 2.5%.

The top three ancestry groups are Chinese (22.6%), English (20.4%), and Australian (16.6%). Korean, Hungarian, and Russian ethnicities show notable divergences in representation compared to regional averages.

Lindfield's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Lindfield has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38 years. The 45-54 age cohort is notably over-represented in Lindfield at 14.5%, compared to the Greater Sydney average, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 9.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 12.2% to 14.8% of the population, and the 75-84 cohort has risen from 5.6% to 6.7%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 14.8% to 13.6%, and the 0-4 age group has dropped from 5.3% to 4.2%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Lindfield's age profile will change significantly. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow by 359 people (95%), from 377 to 737. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 79% of total population growth, reflecting Lindfield's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 25-34 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.