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 of November 2025, the estimated population of Putney is around 4,121 people. This figure represents an increase of 24 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,097 people. The current estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and their analysis of ABS ERP data released in June 2024, indicating a resident population of 4,112. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 2,729 persons per square kilometer for Putney, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed significantly to recent population growth, accounting for around 77% of overall gains.

AreaSearch's projections for Putney are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia figures released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government SA2-level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, Putney's population is expected to increase by approximately 198 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of around 4.7% 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 allocated from statistical area data shows Putney recorded around 48 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, approximately 240 homes were approved, with a further 21 approved in FY26 so far. Despite population decline during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, indicating a well-balanced market with good buyer choice.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $1,314,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. This year, Putney recorded $6.2 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting its residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Putney maintains similar construction rates per person, supporting market stability aligned with regional patterns and indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New building activity comprises 26.0% standalone homes and 74.0% townhouses or apartments, promoting more affordable entry points and suiting downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 84.0% houses) suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles requiring diverse, affordable housing options. With around 59 people per approval, Putney reflects a low-density area.

AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate forecasts Putney to gain 194 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should 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 to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects that could impact this region. Notable projects include Putney Wharf, Mortlake Ferry Upgrade, Ryde Hospital Redevelopment, and Putney Hill. The following list details those 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 1.6%.

Over the past year, estimated employment growth was 12.6%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of June 2025, 2,661 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.6% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Putney is 64.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. 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 with 3.5% employment compared to the regional average of 5.8%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 12.6%, labour force increased by 11.3%, and unemployment fell by 1.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Putney. These projections estimate national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, with industry-specific growth rates varying significantly. Applying these projections to Putney's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2022, Putney had a median income among taxpayers of $56,163. The average income stood at $76,841. These figures are above national averages and compare to levels of $56,994 and $80,856 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% from financial year ended June 2022 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $63,245 (median) and $86,531 (average). From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Putney rank highly nationally, between the 85th and 97th percentiles. The data shows that 37.8% of residents (1,557 people) fall within the $4000+ income bracket, unlike surrounding regions where 30.9% earn between $1,500 - 2,999. Putney demonstrates significant affluence with 50.9% earning over $3,000 per week. After housing costs, residents retain 86.8% of income. The area'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

Putney's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 83.9% houses and 16.1% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 42.9% houses and 57.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Putney was 47.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 37.2% and rented ones at 15.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,467, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,600. Median weekly rent in Putney was $700, compared to Sydney metro's $460. Nationally, Putney's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the national figure of $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% couples with children, 27.1% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute 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 2.5.

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

In Putney, educational attainment is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 42.3% possess university qualifications, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 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, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.2% in primary, 9.1% in secondary, and 7.0% in tertiary education. Putney Public School serves the local community, enrolling 398 students as of a specific date. The school focuses on primary education, with ICSEA score indicating significant socio-educational advantages (1110). Secondary options are available in nearby areas. There are 9.7 school places per 100 residents in Putney, lower than the regional average of 13.2. Some students may attend schools outside the area due to this discrepancy.

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

Putney has 28 active public transport stops. These are a mix of ferry and bus services. There are 15 different routes operating from these stops.

Collectively, they provide 3,613 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 144 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 516 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 129 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

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Putney, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is high at approximately 57% of the total population (~2,360 people), compared to 62.1% across Greater Sydney.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.4 and 5.8% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 75.4%, report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 77.6% in Greater Sydney. Putney has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 21.8% (898 people) than Greater Sydney's 16.3%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong and largely align with the general population's health profile.

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 shows high cultural diversity, with 31.5% born overseas and 31.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Putney, accounting for 67.4%, compared to 48.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (16.6%), English (16.6%), and Chinese (11.5%), which is lower than the regional average of 20.9%.

Notably, Italian (11.1%) and Lebanese (3.9%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Putney compared to regional averages of 5.1% and 1.5%, respectively. Additionally, Croatian ethnicity is also relatively higher at 1.4% versus the regional average of 0.6%.

Putney hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Putney's median age is 44, which exceeds Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and substantially surpasses the national norm of 38. The age group of 55-64 constitutes a strong 14.8% of Putney's population compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 8.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.7% to 6.9%, and the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 11.1% to 12.2%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 14.7% to 12.4%. Demographic projections indicate significant changes in Putney's age profile by 2041. Leading this shift, the 75 to 84 group is projected to grow by 73%, reaching 492 people from its current total of 284. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 91% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the 25-34 and 0-4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.