Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Mosman has an estimated 29,405 residents, up 3.8% since the 2021 Census, with 26 projects tracked in Mosman.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Mosman is located 5.1 kilometres northeast from Sydney CBD. Its population is estimated at around 29,405 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. This represents an increase of 1,076 people (3.8%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 28,329 people.
The community is exceptionally well educated and affluent, while population growth remains limited.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Mosman is located 5.1 kilometres northeast from Sydney CBD. Its population is estimated at around 29,405 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. This represents an increase of 1,076 people (3.8%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 28,329 people.
The community is exceptionally well educated and affluent, while population growth remains limited.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 27,567 in 2006 and 29,374 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 29,405 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 13.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 39.3%.
Mosman ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 96th for education.
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 Mosman is $860 a week, up 4.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 9% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.4%.
9% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $1,550 in 2017, $2,050 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $600 in 2017, $805 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 313/88 Vista Street, Mosman NSW 2088 | $905,000 | 29 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 2/14 Rawson Street, Mosman NSW 2088 | $3,500,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 3/17 Milner Street, Mosman NSW 2088 | $790,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 8/21 Warringah Road, Mosman NSW 2088 | $716,000 | 27 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 135 Ourimbah Road, Mosman NSW 2088 | $2,610,000 | 26 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 8/88 Avenue Road, Mosman NSW 2088 | $730,000 | 26 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 19/2 Raglan Street, Mosman NSW 2088 | $1,285,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 8/73 Spit Road, Mosman NSW 2088 | $1,235,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 4/5 Clifford Street, Mosman NSW 2088 | $1,580,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 29 Bay Street, Mosman NSW 2088 | $5,000,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 10 Sep 2026 (the latest settled 29 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,500,000 (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 | $860 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $5.00m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.33m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,500,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 10 Sep 2026 to 29 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $2,050 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $805 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, North Sydney - Mosman | $848 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, North Sydney - Mosman, over 12 months | +5.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| 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 378 tracked applications: 136 approved, 111 under assessment, 131 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 26 projects in Mosman (7 under construction) and 71 more in the surrounding area.
Upgrade of the iconic Sky Safari cable car system at Taronga Zoo Sydney. The project replaces the retired 1987 system with a modern, fully accessible experience featuring 25 larger gondolas (up to 10 people each), new DDA-compliant stations, and a capacity of 1,200 guests per hour.
Kleo Mosman is a boutique luxury residential development in the heart of Mosman, offering 15 high-end 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments. Designed by Rothelowman Architects for WINIM Developments, the project blends heritage-inspired Victorian-style curves and art deco elements with modern luxury finishes, including travertine and Taj Mahal quartzite…
A collection of 28 exclusive one, two, and three-bedroom luxury apartments designed for downsizers and owner-occupiers, offering exceptional finishes, generous layouts, and village-style convenience.
Boutique luxury residential development comprising 11 oversized two and three bedroom apartments and a full-floor penthouse overlooking Middle Harbour. Developed by Abadeen with architecture by MHNDU, the project is now in its final construction stage and is actively marketing completed-quality residences.
Luxury boutique residential development incorporating the adaptive reuse of the heritage listed 1937 Clifford Finch building with a contemporary extension. The project comprises 13 premium one, two and three bedroom apartments with two basement levels and has progressed into construction, with active sales underway.
A $30 million luxury seniors housing development by Twilight Aged Care, transforming the historic 1870 Victorian mansion 'Ellamatta'. The project includes refurbishing the mansion for common areas and adding a new five-storey wing, providing a total of 23 independent living units on a 7,648 sqm site.
Approved State Significant Development (SSD-49472213) for a boutique seniors living and aged care precinct on a 7,353 sq m T-shaped site between Parraween and Gerard Streets, marketed as Amara Cremorne by Pathways. The Independent Planning Commission granted consent on 4 April 2025.
DARE Property Group's new era of shoptop housing in Mosman. Prime 1,286 sqm triple site development in Lower North Shore's most affluent suburb targeting local downsizers and luxury market.
Exclusive boutique collection of seven luxury 2- and 3-bedroom residences with Sydney Harbour views, featuring bespoke interiors by David Hicks, European oak herringbone flooring, Taj Mahal marble stonework, Gaggenau appliances, and private rooftop terraces. Includes two 14-metre wide penthouses with enchanting harbor views.
A pre-construction low-rise mixed-use development featuring 17 apartments across 4 floors along the Military Road corridor, contributing to urban renewal and housing diversity in the Cremorne precinct.
Demolition of six existing homes and construction of a six-storey residential flat building comprising 29 luxury apartments (8 two-bedroom and 21 three-bedroom units) with two-level basement parking for 58 cars and lot consolidation under the Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy.
Seven property owners at 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17 Bond Street in Mosman have combined their properties into a 2,593 sqm mega lot for sale at approximately $75 million.
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Estimated completion year of the 50 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 18, 2027 12, 2028 9, 2029 3, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 26 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 378 substantial development applications lodged in and around Mosman over the past 5 years, 303 in the last 12 months; 111 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 23, 2023 12, 2024 23, 2025 16, 2026 (to Nov) 301.
Key application 706 Military Road, Mosman Mixed Use | $45m | 27 dwellings | 6 storeys
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 378 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 303 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 59 | ABS building approvals | 65th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 136 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 111 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Mosman include: Kleo Mosman (Construction); Mosman Residences (Construction); Saint Martens (Approved); 284B Military Road Mixed Use Development (Planning); and Mosman Military Road Development by DARE Property (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Mosman spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Health & Medical, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Mosman, placing the area among the bottom 23% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Mosman area has seen 125 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Mosman's current population of 29,405 has been supported by 59 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Mosman's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 59, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Mosman has seen 295 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
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.
Mosman has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,405 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,399 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 28,329 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,076 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 8.65 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Mosman was estimated to be approximately 29,405 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 29,374 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Mosman has added approximately 1,076 people and shown a 3.80% increase from the 28,329 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Mosman is estimated at 3,399 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Mosman has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Mosman is driven by: Overseas migration (90.0%), Natural increase (10.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 90.0% of overall population gains.
Mosman hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.7% | 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 | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Mosman at 45 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Mosman is 8 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Mosman compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 9.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Mosman compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Mosman show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.0% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (9.1% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.5% of the population in the suburb of Mosman as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 23.2% of the population in the suburb of Mosman as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 7% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $87,336 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $208,035 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,892 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,487 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 49.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $4,502 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mosman is approximately $92,908. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $87,336.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mosman is approximately $221,308. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $208,035.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mosman is approximately $92,908 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $87,336 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mosman is approximately $221,308 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $208,035 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Mosman's households (~39.3% / 4,537 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Mosman is the $4000+ group, representing about 39.3% 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 Mosman is $2,892/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Mosman is $4,502/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Mosman is $1,487/wk.
The suburb of Mosman's income level is among the top percentile nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Mosman's median income among taxpayers is $87,336 and the average income stands at $208,035, 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 $92,908 (median) and $221,308 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Mosman is $10,634 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Mosman's disposable income is $10,634 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Mosman demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 15,780 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 25,815 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 16,252 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Mosman has approximately 15,780 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Mosman stands at 2.9%, which is 1.2 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Mosman is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (21.0% of employment), finance & insurance (15.7%), and health care & social assistance (11.2%). Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Mosman has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Mosman is 64.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Mosman shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 21.0% 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 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Mosman's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Mosman demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 38.0% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 17.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 59.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 22.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
59.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mosman have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
22.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mosman have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Mosman ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Mosman are: Bachelor Degree (38.0%), Postgraduate (17.5%), Advanced Diploma (10.6%).
28.2% of the population in the suburb of Mosman is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.7% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, 6.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Mosman is 1168, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 10 schools within the suburb of Mosman, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,764 students.
The suburb of Mosman includes 7 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Mosman features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 11,544 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 11,982 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.3 per family | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Mosman had 11,544 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.8% to an estimated 11,982 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Mosman is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 66.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.7%), group households (2.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 7,619 family households, couples with children account for 29.3% of all households, couples without children at home 28.5%, and single parent families 7.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Mosman shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 31.7% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 66.0% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Mosman have an average of 1.3 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 31.7% of all households in the suburb of Mosman, 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 2.3% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Mosman was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 36.5% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 17.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 82.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 63.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
Mosman was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 17.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 36.5% born overseas.
The main religion in Mosman was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.9% of people in Mosman. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.9% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mosman are English, comprising 29.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 19.0% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.2% of Mosman (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Hungarian at 0.5% (vs 0.3%) and Russian at 0.7% (vs 0.4%).
36.5% of the suburb of Mosman population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
17.1% of the population in the suburb of Mosman speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.2% of the suburb of Mosman population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
84.8% of the suburb of Mosman population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mosman features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 34.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 39.4% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 52.1% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,870 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $590 | 2021 Census, weekly | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Mosman, 39.4% of homes are owned outright, 26.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 34.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 35.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Mosman are houses.
In the suburb of Mosman, 52.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 12.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Mosman stands at 39.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Mosman is $3,870, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Mosman is $1,898, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Mosman, households with mortgages typically spend 30.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Mosman is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Mosman shows mortgage holders spending 30.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 20.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Mosman consists of 35.0% detached houses, 12.1% semi-detached dwellings, 52.1% apartments, and 0.8% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mosman consumes approximately 15.2% of median household income ($12,522 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Mosman show attached dwellings contributing 52% of approvals compared to 65% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 48% of applications versus 35% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Mosman's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| No long-term health condition | 74.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
Around 108.2% of people in the suburb of Mosman are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Mosman, 3.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.4% of people in the suburb of Mosman are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.1% of the suburb of Mosman population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the suburb of Mosman have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Mosman, 108.2% 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 | 98 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 98th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 253 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 95th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 14,067 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 98th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 116 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 78 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 65.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 253 public transport stops within the suburb of Mosman.
The suburb of Mosman has 14,067 weekly trips across 78 routes, averaging 2,009 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 107 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 354 m away and the nearest school 420 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 253 stops nearby, 14,067 weekly trips, access rating 98 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 78 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 78th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 354 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 420 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 440 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 514 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 563 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 629 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 631 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 896 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 953 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.7 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 are 11 long day care centres with 589 places in Mosman, about 1.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Mosman, placing the area among the bottom 23% of areas assessed nationally.
Mosman ranks in the 58th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Mosman's established property market has recorded 545 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% commercial transactions.
Mosman has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Mosman hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 7% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Employment conditions in Mosman demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally.
Mosman demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Mosman features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Mosman was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Mosman features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Mosman's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
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.
Mosman has an estimated 29,405 residents, up 3.8% since the 2021 Census, with 26 projects tracked in Mosman.
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 Mosman.
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 Oct 2026. Housing 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 (SAL12749). 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 (Oct 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Mosman 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 Mosman 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.
