Putney

Putney is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As per ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation for the suburb of Putney, the estimated population as of February 2026 is around 4,129. This figure represents an increase of 32 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,097. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 4,112 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, along with an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,734 persons per square kilometer, placing Putney in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The primary driver for this population growth was overseas migration, contributing approximately 77.0% 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 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. Based on projected demographic shifts, Putney is expected to experience population growth just below the national median statistical area average. By 2041, the suburb's population is projected to increase by approximately 200 persons, reflecting a total increase of 4.5% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Putney when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Putney had approximately 47 residential properties approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 239 homes were granted approval, with an additional 28 approved so far in FY-26. Despite a decrease in population during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, indicating a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average expected construction cost of new homes is $1,314,000, suggesting developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. This year, $6.2 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting Putney's residential character. Comparing Putney to Greater Sydney shows similar construction rates per person, supporting market stability aligned with regional patterns, and significantly higher than national levels, indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New building activity in Putney consists of 26.0% standalone homes and 74.0% townhouses or apartments, promoting affordable entry points and catering to downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift from the area's existing housing stock (currently 84.0% houses) suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. With around 58 people per approval, Putney maintains a low-density character.

AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Putney will gain 186 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply is expected to adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling population growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. Seven projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the region. Notable projects include Putney Wharf, Mortlake Ferry Upgrade, Ryde Hospital Redevelopment, and Putney Hill. The following details these projects, which are likely to be most relevant:.

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The exceptional employment performance in Putney places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Putney has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 1.4%, having seen an estimated employment growth of 10.1% over the past year. As of September 2025, 2,586 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.8% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is high at 75.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Census data shows that 50.2% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment among residents is concentrated in professional & technical (1.3 times the regional average), health care & social assistance, and education & training. Accommodation & food services have limited presence at 3.5%, compared to the regional average of 5.8%.

The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. In the 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 10.1% and labour force by 9.0%, resulting in a 1.0 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Putney's local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Putney's employment mix.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023, Putney had a median taxpayer income of $56,163 and an average income of $76,841. Nationally, the averages were $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $61,139 (median) and $83,649 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%. The 2021 Census data shows Putney's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 85th and 97th percentiles nationally. In Putney, 37.8% of residents earn over $4,000 weekly (1,560 people), while surrounding regions have more residents in the $1,500 - $2,999 range at 30.9%. The suburb demonstrates affluence with 50.9% earning over $3,000 weekly, supporting premium retail and services. After housing costs, residents retain 86.8% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. Putney's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Putney is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Putney, as per the latest Census evaluation, 83.9% of dwellings were houses while 16.1% consisted of other types such as semi-detached properties and apartments. This contrasts with Sydney's metropolitan area where only 55.9% of dwellings are houses, with the remaining 44.1% being other dwelling types. Home ownership in Putney stood at 47.6%, higher than Sydney metro's average. The majority of dwellings not owned outright were either mortgaged (37.2%) or rented (15.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Putney was $3,467, significantly higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,427 and the national average of $1,863. Additionally, the median weekly rent figure in Putney was recorded at $700, substantially higher than both the Sydney metro ($470) and national averages ($375).

Putney features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 84.5% of all households, including 48.1% that are couples with children, 27.1% that are couples without children, and 8.0% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 15.5%, with lone person households at 14.3% and group households comprising 1.4%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Putney shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Putney residents aged 15 and above have a higher proportion of university qualifications (42.3%) compared to the Australian average (30.4%). The area's educational advantage is notable with bachelor degrees being the most common (29.2%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 27.1% of residents holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (15.7%). Educational participation is high in Putney, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.2% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 7.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Putney has 30 active public transport stops, consisting of both ferry and bus services. These stops are served by 18 different routes, collectively facilitating 6,725 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 144 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward, with cars being the primary mode of transportation at 92%. On average, there are 1.9 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm. According to the 2021 Census, 50.2% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 960 trips daily, equating to approximately 224 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Putney's health outcomes show excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups.

Private health cover is high at approximately 57% of the total population (around 2,365 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney. The most common conditions are arthritis (6.4%) and asthma (5.8%), with 75.4% of residents reporting no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Putney has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 22.8% (941 people), compared to 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Putney's population was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 31.5% born overseas and 31.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Putney, making up 67.4% of its population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups in Putney are Australian (16.6%), English (16.6%), and Chinese (11.5%).

Notably, Italian (11.1%) and Lebanese (3.9%) populations are overrepresented in Putney compared to regional averages of 3.4% and 2.6%, respectively. Additionally, Croatians make up 1.4% of Putney's population, higher than the regional average of 0.7%.

Putney hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Putney's median age is 44, higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and the national norm of 38. The 65-74 age group constitutes 12.5% of Putney's population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 8.2%. Post-2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group grew from 4.7% to 7.4%, the 45 to 54 group declined from 14.7% to 12.3%, and the 55 to 64 group decreased from 15.8% to 14.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Putney's age profile. The 75 to 84 group is expected to grow by 61%, reaching 492 people from 305. Those aged 65 and above are projected to contribute 91% of the population growth. Conversely, the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.