Turramurra

Turramurra has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Turramurra is around 13,157, reflecting an increase of 307 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 12,850. This change is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 13,129 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 27 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of approximately 2,200 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Turramurra's 2.4% growth since census positions it within 1.9 percentage points of the SA3 area (4.3%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration during recent periods. For projections, AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area.

For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to this methodology, the suburb's population is projected to decline by 111 persons by 2041. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, notably a projected increase of 377 people in the 75 to 84 age group over this period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Turramurra when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data, Turramurra averaged around 77 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an estimated 386 homes were approved, with a further 15 approved so far in FY-26. This indicates that the supply of new dwellings has kept pace with or exceeded demand over the past five financial years, offering ample buyer choice and capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts.

The average construction cost value of these new dwellings was $791,000, suggesting a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. This year alone, there have been $15.9 million in commercial approvals, indicating steady commercial investment activity in Turramurra compared to Greater Sydney. Per person, Turramurra has 56.0% more building activity than Greater Sydney, creating greater choice for buyers. Of the new building activity, 62.0% consists of standalone homes, while 38.0% is medium and high-density housing, reflecting an expanding range of medium-density options across various price brackets.

Turramurra's population density, at around 155 people per approval, reflects a low-density area. With population projections showing stability or decline, Turramurra should see reduced housing demand pressures in the future, benefiting potential buyers.

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

Twenty-eight infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the region. Among these, notable projects include the Turramurra Plaza Redevelopment, Turramurra Community Hub, Rohini Village Redevelopment, and Ku-ring-gai Transport Oriented Development. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Turramurra ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Turramurra has a highly educated workforce with the technology sector well represented. The unemployment rate was 3.3% in September 2025, which is 0.9% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Turramurra was 63.7%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%.

According to Census responses, 63.7% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The key industries for employment among residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Turramurra has a particular specialization in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level. Conversely, construction has limited presence, with only 4.6% of employment compared to the regional average of 8.6%.

The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, Turramurra's labour force increased by 0.3% while employment decreased by 0.3%, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.1% and the labour force expand by 2.4%, with a smaller unemployment rate increase of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment could expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Turramurra's employment mix, local employment is estimated to increase by 7.6% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

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

The suburb of Turramurra has a median taxpayer income of $70,879 and an average income of $132,760 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This places it in the top percentile nationally, compared to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $77,159 (median) and $144,523 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Turramurra rank highly nationally, between the 88th and 97th percentiles. The income distribution shows that 38.7% of individuals earn over $4,000 per week, contrasting with the metropolitan region where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 30.9%. This affluence is reflected in premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 14.3% of income, with residents ranking high at the 96th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Turramurra displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Turramurra's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 68.1% houses and 31.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Turramurra stood at 40.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.6% and rented ones at 19.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,484, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Turramurra was $590, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Turramurra's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 80.8% of all households, including 45.3% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.2%, with lone person households at 17.9% and group households making up 1.2%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Turramurra's educational attainment exceeds national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 56.9% have university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 34.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (18.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.9%). Vocational pathways account for 18.1%, with advanced diplomas at 10.4% and certificates at 7.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.8% currently enrolled in formal education, including 10.4% in primary, 9.2% in secondary, and 7.3% in tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis shows 95 active transport stops operating in Turramurra, including a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 51 individual routes, collectively providing 5,832 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 145 meters from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. Car remains the dominant mode at 78%, while train usage stands at 13%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling, above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 63.7% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 833 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 61 weekly trips per stop.

Turramurra'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 Turramurra. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 79% of the total population (10,415 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.1% and 6.1% of residents respectively. 75.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Turramurra has 20.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,736 people), higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, broadly inline with national rankings for the general population.

Turramurra 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

Turramurra has a significant level of cultural diversity, with 30.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 40.1% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Turramurra, comprising 49.2% of the population. However, Judaism is notably overrepresented, making up 0.8% of the population compared to the regional average of 0.8%.

The top three ancestry groups in Turramurra are English at 24.7%, Australian at 18.9%, and Chinese at 13.6%. Notably, Korean (2.2%), South African (1.4%), and Russian (0.7%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to the regional averages of 1.1%, 0.5%, and 0.4% respectively.

Turramurra hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Turramurra is 43 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that individuals aged 45-54 years make up 15.0% of the population, while those aged 25-34 years comprise only 6.8%. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of individuals aged 15-24 years has increased from 12.5% to 15.0%, while the percentage of individuals aged 0-4 years has decreased from 4.8% to 3.5%, and those aged 35-44 years have dropped from 13.6% to 12.4%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that the age cohort of 75-84 years is expected to increase by 317 people (33%), from 960 to 1,278. The combined age groups of 65 and above are projected to account for all total population growth, reflecting Turramurra's aging demographic trend. Conversely, the populations aged 45-54 years and 25-34 years are expected to decrease.