Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Padstow Heights has an estimated 3,815 residents, up 6.1% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Padstow Heights.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Padstow Heights is located 20 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD. Its population is estimated at around 3,815 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. The estimate is an increase of 221 people (6.1%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 3,594 people. Market characteristics include strong outright home ownership, a notable proportion aged 85 and over, an elevated Finance and Insurance employment base, a high proportion of married families, pronounced logistics and transport employment, and a high apartment composition.
Population growth has been limited, while sales activity is relatively low compared with population size. Padstow is described as a peaceful, family-friendly part of New South Wales, Australia, with green parks, serene watersides and nature reserves that support leisurely walks and family picnics.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,530 in 2006 and 3,795 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,815 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 12.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 26.8%.
Padstow Heights ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 73rd 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 Padstow Heights is $850 a week, up 6.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 8% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.9%.
8% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $592 in 2017, $895 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Valley Road, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,725,500 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 35 Villiers Road, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,620,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Clair Crescent, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,420,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Jasmine Avenue, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,485,000 | 11 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Vera Place, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,540,000 | 7 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 3/39 Clancy Street, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,200,000 | 6 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 21 Clair Crescent, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,550,000 | 13 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Clancy Street, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,545,000 | 13 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Sewell Avenue, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,650,000 | 8 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Redwood Place, Padstow Heights NSW 2211 | $1,400,000 | 6 Jul 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 10 Sep 2025 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,550,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 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 | $850 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.56m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.19m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,550,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 10 Sep 2025 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $895 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $615 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Bankstown | $727 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bankstown, over 12 months | +2.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner South West | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner South West, over 12 months | +3.4% | 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 |
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Status of the 25 tracked applications: 14 approved, 6 under assessment, 5 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 55 projects in and around Padstow Heights, 14 of them under construction.
Conversion and expansion of the existing UMA Centre in Padstow into a modern indoor sports and community complex featuring multi-use indoor…
Demolition of 4 dwellings and construction of a 2-storey seniors housing development containing 19 independent living units (11 x 1-bedroom…
A residential development at 17-21 Pennsylvania Road, Riverwood, delivering modern apartments to address housing demand in the Riverwood…
Evergreen Industrial comprises the development of 38 multi-level industrial warehouse units with integrated mezzanine office spaces in the…
Transport for NSW is delivering power supply upgrades at and around Revesby Station as part of the Sydney rail network enhancement program.
NSW Land and Housing Corporation (Homes NSW) seniors housing project delivering 14 independent living units (6 x 1-bed and 8 x 2-bed) with…
Redevelopment and expansion of Illawong Village Shopping Centre including refurbishment of the existing centre, additional retail floor…
$6 million NSW Government investment to upgrade the 50-year-old community centre serving over 2,000 people weekly.
Construction of a three-storey residential flat building comprising 31 apartments over basement parking for 48 vehicles.
Eight storey mixed use development on a 2992 sqm corner site in the Padstow town centre, delivering 113 new homes comprising 64 social and…
8-storey mid-rise residential apartment building with 40 units in central Revesby.
City of Canterbury Bankstown upgraded the stormwater culvert where Uranus Road crosses Little Salt Pan Creek to mitigate high-risk overland…
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Estimated completion year of the 23 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 8, 2027 10, 2028 1, 2029 1. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 25 substantial development applications lodged in and around Padstow Heights over the past 5 years, 23 in the last 12 months; 6 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 0, 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 (to Oct) 23.
Key application 8 Bushland Drive, Padstow Heights, 2211 Mixed Use | $1.0b | 4 dwellings Withdrawn/Lapsed
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 23 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 17 | ABS building approvals | 30th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Padstow Heights include: Mixed use development including affordable housing, Padstow (Construction); UMA Centre Padstow Transformation Project (Construction); Heathcote Road Upgrade - Infantry Parade to The Avenue (Completed); Rail Service Improvement Program - T4 Illawarra & Eastern Suburbs Line (Construction); and 61 Milperra Road Industrial Redevelopment (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Padstow Heights spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
The suburb of Padstow Heights ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Padstow Heights, placing the area among the bottom 21% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Padstow Heights area has seen 27 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Padstow Heights's current population of 3,815 has been supported by 17 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Padstow Heights has seen 4.5 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 280 people in the suburb of Padstow Heights, 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 Padstow Heights's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 17, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Padstow Heights has seen 85 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.
Padstow Heights is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,815 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,920 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,594 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 221 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.99 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Padstow Heights was estimated to be approximately 3,815 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,795 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Padstow Heights has added approximately 221 people and shown a 6.15% increase from the 3,594 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Padstow Heights is estimated at 1,917 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Padstow Heights has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Padstow Heights is driven by: Overseas migration (80.0%), Natural increase (20.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 80.0% of overall population gains.
Padstow Heights hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 76th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.6% | 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 | 44 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.3% | 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 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Padstow Heights at 44 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 44 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Padstow Heights is 7 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 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 Padstow Heights compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 85+ group, making up 6.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Padstow Heights compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Padstow Heights show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (6.2% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (9.1% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (10.2% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.0% of the population in the suburb of Padstow Heights as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.6% of the population in the suburb of Padstow Heights as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $64,879 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $79,066 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,938 | 2021 Census, weekly | 61st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $841 | 2021 Census, weekly | 57th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,484 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 24.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Padstow Heights is approximately $69,018. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $64,879.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Padstow Heights is approximately $84,110. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $79,066.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Padstow Heights is approximately $69,018 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $64,879 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Padstow Heights is approximately $84,110 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,066 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Padstow Heights's households (~26.8% / 339 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Padstow Heights is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 26.8% 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 Padstow Heights is $1,938/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Padstow Heights is $2,484/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Padstow Heights is $841/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Padstow Heights had a median income among taxpayers of $64,879 with the average level standing at $79,066. This is very high nationally and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,018 (median) and $84,110 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Padstow Heights is $7,000 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Padstow Heights's disposable income is $7,000 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Padstow Heights well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,221 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,042 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,280 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Padstow Heights has approximately 2,221 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Padstow Heights stands at 2.6%, which is 1.5 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 Padstow Heights is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (12.4% of employment), education & training (11.1%), and construction (10.5%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.0% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include professional & technical and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Padstow Heights has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. 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 Padstow Heights is 71.4%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Padstow Heights shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 11.1% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the 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 Padstow Heights'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.
The educational profile of Padstow Heights ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 25.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
25.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Padstow Heights have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
36.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Padstow Heights have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Padstow Heights ranks in the 64th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Padstow Heights are: Certificate (25.7%), Bachelor Degree (17.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.9%).
29.0% of the population in the suburb of Padstow Heights is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.7% in primary school, 9.0% in secondary school, 5.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Padstow Heights is 1050, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Padstow Heights, with a combined enrollment of approximately 307 students.
The suburb of Padstow Heights includes 1 primary school.
Padstow Heights features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 38.2% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,264 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,342 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Padstow Heights had 1,264 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.2% to an estimated 1,342 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Padstow Heights is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.1%), group households (1.4%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 928 family households, couples with children account for 38.2% of all households, couples without children at home 25.3%, and single parent families 9.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Padstow Heights shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Padstow Heights have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.2% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 25.1% of all households in the suburb of Padstow Heights, similar to 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 1.4% 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 Padstow Heights 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 | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 73.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.6% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 75.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
Padstow Heights was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 24.2% of its population born overseas and 26.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Padstow Heights was found to be Christianity, which makes up 72.1% of people in Padstow Heights. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Padstow Heights are English, comprising 23.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 9.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 6.4% of Padstow Heights (vs 1.9% across Greater Sydney), Lebanese at 4.4% (vs 2.6%) and Macedonian at 2.1% (vs 0.4%).
24.2% of the suburb of Padstow Heights population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
26.2% of the population in the suburb of Padstow Heights speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.6% of the suburb of Padstow Heights population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
91.6% of the suburb of Padstow Heights population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Padstow Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.0% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 41.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 72.4% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 42.2% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $495 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Padstow Heights, 41.8% of homes are owned outright, 42.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 72.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Padstow Heights are houses.
In the suburb of Padstow Heights, 13.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 14.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Padstow Heights stands at 41.8%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Padstow Heights is $2,500, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Padstow Heights is $1,398, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Padstow Heights, households with mortgages typically spend 29.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Padstow Heights is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Padstow Heights shows mortgage holders spending 29.8% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 25.5% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Padstow Heights consists of 72.4% detached houses, 14.5% semi-detached dwellings, 13.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Padstow Heights consumes approximately 16.7% of median household income ($8,392 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Padstow Heights show attached dwellings contributing 77% of approvals compared to 28% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 23% of applications versus 72% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health in Padstow Heights: private health cover 56.5%, no long-term health condition 68.5%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 64th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.5% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the suburb of Padstow Heights are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Padstow Heights, 7.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.3% of people in the suburb of Padstow Heights are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the suburb of Padstow Heights population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the suburb of Padstow Heights have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Padstow Heights, 56.5% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 58th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 23 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 611 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 150 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 10 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 49.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 23 public transport stops within the suburb of Padstow Heights.
The suburb of Padstow Heights has 611 weekly trips across 10 routes, averaging 87 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 193 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 564 m away and the nearest school 623 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 23 stops nearby, 611 weekly trips, access rating 58 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 42 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 564 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 623 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Padstow Heights, placing the area among the bottom 21% of areas assessed nationally.
Padstow Heights has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 8% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Padstow Heights's established property market has recorded 55 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
Padstow Heights is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Padstow Heights hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Padstow Heights well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
The educational profile of Padstow Heights ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Padstow Heights features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Padstow Heights was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Padstow Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Padstow Heights: private health cover 56.5%, no long-term health condition 68.5%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Padstow Heights has an estimated 3,815 residents, up 6.1% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Padstow Heights.
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 Padstow Heights.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL13132). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Padstow Heights 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 Padstow Heights 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.
