Red Hill (ACT)

Red Hill has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Red Hill (ACT) had an estimated population of 3,489 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by them. This represented a 10.9% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 3,146 people. AreaSearch estimated the resident population at 3,478 following their examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 144 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a population density ratio of 740 persons per square kilometer, which was relatively in line with averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the state average (5.9%) and the SA4 region, making it a growth leader in the area. Interstate migration contributed approximately 63.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving this growth.

For population projections, AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections were used, also with a base year of 2022. Future population trends suggest an increase just below the median for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with the suburb expected to increase by 301 persons to reach approximately 3,790 people by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 8.1% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Red Hill according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Red Hill shows around 78 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 392 homes. So far in FY-26, one approval has been recorded. On average, 0.8 new residents arrive per year for each new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand. The average construction value of new properties is $543,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment.

This financial year has seen $22.0 million in commercial approvals registered, showing steady investment activity. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Red Hill has 179.0% more building activity per person, indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New development consists of 27.0% detached houses and 73.0% medium and high-density housing, reflecting a shift from the current housing mix of 79.0% houses. The estimated population density is 454 people per dwelling approval. Future projections show Red Hill adding 282 residents by 2041, according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Future projections show Red Hill adding 282 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Red Hill has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects that could impact this region. Notable projects include Griffith-Narrabundah Community Centre & Oval Upgrade, Yarra Rossa, The Parks, Red Hill, and Canberra Hospital Master Plan. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Red Hill performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Red Hill has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. Its unemployment rate was 1.5% in the past year, showing a growth of 1.9%.

As of June 2025, 1,901 residents were employed at a rate 1.9% below the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) rate of 3.4%. Workforce participation was 65.9%, compared to ACT's 69.6%. Key industries for employment among residents are public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and health care & social assistance. The area specializes in professional & technical services with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Public administration & safety has limited presence at 26.6%, compared to the regional average of 30.4%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. In the year ending Sep-22, employment increased by 1.9% while labour force grew by 1.5%, reducing unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. This mirrors ACT's trends. Jobs and Skills Australia projects national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Red Hill's industry mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.1% in five years and 14.3% in ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Red Hill has a median taxpayer income of $79,758 and an average of $129,618 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This places Red Hill among the top percentile nationally, contrasting with the Australian Capital Territory's median income of $68,678 and average income of $83,634. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.6% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $90,605 (median) and $147,246 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Red Hill, between the 97th and 99th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that the $4000+ earnings band captures 50.2% of the community (1,751 individuals), contrasting with regional levels where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 34.3%. The area demonstrates considerable affluence with 60.8% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 89.5% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

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

In Red Hill, as per the latest Census, 79.3% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 20.7% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 40.7% houses and 59.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Red Hill stood at 40.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.8% and rented ones at 22.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,500, higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,275. Median weekly rent in Red Hill was $500, matching the Australian Capital Territory figure but significantly higher than the national average of $375. Nationally, Red Hill's median monthly mortgage repayment of $3,500 is considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863.

Red Hill features high concentrations of group households and family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 77.5% of all households, including 43.0% couples with children, 25.1% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 22.5%, with lone person households at 19.3% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.2.

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

Educational attainment in Red Hill is notably high, with 59.1% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications. This compares to 30.4% nationally and 46.8% regionally. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 32.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (20.5%) and graduate diplomas (5.8%). Technical qualifications make up 14.0% of educational achievements, with advanced diplomas accounting for 7.1% and certificates for 6.9%.

Educational participation is high, at 36.4%, including 13.4% in secondary education, 10.7% in primary education, and 7.5% pursuing tertiary education. Red Hill's four schools have a combined enrollment of 3,102 students as of the latest data. The area has significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement, with an ICSEA score of 1148. Education provision is balanced, with three primary schools and one secondary school serving distinct age groups. As of 20XX (exact year not specified), Red Hill functions as an education hub with 88.9 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 31.1, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Red Hill has 23 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 17 different routes that together facilitate 729 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents on average located 218 meters from the nearest stop.

The service frequency averages 104 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 31 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Red Hill is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Red Hill shows superior health outcomes for both younger and older age groups, with low prevalence rates for common health conditions. Approximately 78% of its total population of 2,734 have private health cover, significantly higher than the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 8.2 and 7.0% of residents respectively. A majority of residents, 72.2%, report no medical ailments, compared to 69.8% in the Australian Capital Territory. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 20.4% (711 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, mirroring those of the general population.

Red Hill 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

Red Hill's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 29.6% born overseas and 24.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Red Hill, making up 48.0% of its population. Judaism was overrepresented compared to Australian Capital Territory figures (0.4% vs 0.6%).

The top three ancestry groups were English (24.1%), Australian (20.7%), and Other (11.5%). Notably, French (0.9%) Croatian (1.1%) and Macedonian (0.6%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Red Hill compared to regional averages.

Red Hill hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Red Hill's median age is 42, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory figure of 35 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, the 55-64 cohort is notably over-represented in Red Hill at 13.7%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 8.3%. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.8% to 7.2% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 15.2% to 13.8%. Demographic modeling suggests Red Hill's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 65 to 74 age cohort is projected to expand by 98 people (31%) from 320 to 419, while both the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.