Turramurra

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

As of February 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Turramurra is around 13,157. This represents an increase of 307 people from the 2021 Census figure of 12,850. The current population estimate of 13,129, as per AreaSearch's examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and the validation of additional 27 new addresses since the Census date, accounts for this increase. This results in a density ratio of approximately 2,200 persons per square kilometer, which is higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, from 2016 to 2026, Turramurra has shown resilient growth patterns with an estimated compound annual growth rate of 0.8%. This growth outpaced the SA3 area during this period.

The primary driver of population growth was overseas migration. 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 the 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. According to these projections, over this period, the population of Turramurra is expected to decline by 112 persons by 2041. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, notably in the 75 to 84 age group, which is projected to increase by 370 people.

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 16 more approved so far in FY-26. Over the past five financial years, there was an average of 0.5 new residents per year per dwelling constructed.

This shows that new supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, offering ample buyer choice and capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts. The average development value of new dwellings was $791,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, there have been $15.9 million in commercial approvals, reflecting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Turramurra has 56.0% more building activity per person, creating greater choice for buyers.

New building activity shows 62.0% standalone homes and 38.0% medium and high-density housing, indicating an expanding range of medium-density options across various price brackets. Turramurra reflects a low density area with around 155 people per approval. With population projections showing stability or decline, it is expected that Turramurra will see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Turramurra 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 28 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Turramurra Plaza Redevelopment, Turramurra Community Hub, Rohini Village Redevelopment, and Ku-ring-gai Transport Oriented Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Turramurra well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Turramurra has a highly educated workforce. The technology sector is notably represented, with an unemployment rate of 3.0% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 0.7%.

This is based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 6,697 residents are in work, with an unemployment rate of 1.2% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Turramurra lags at 63.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. According to Census responses, 63.7% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Dominant employment sectors include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Turramurra has a high specialization in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level. However, construction is under-represented, at 4.6% compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. Over a 12-month period ending December 2025, employment increased by 0.7%, while labour force increased by 0.9%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will 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.

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

The suburb of Turramurra had a median taxpayer income of $70,879 and an average income of $132,760 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the 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. By September 2025, based on a Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%, the estimated median income would be approximately $77,159 and the average income would be around $144,523. Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Turramurra all rank highly nationally, between the 88th and 97th percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that the majority of residents (38.7%, or 5,091 people) fall into the $4,000+ bracket, unlike the metropolitan region where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 30.9%. A substantial proportion of high earners (50.7% above $3,000 per week) suggests strong economic capacity throughout the suburb. Housing expenses account for 14.3% of income, and residents' disposable income ranks them in the 96th percentile nationally. 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). In comparison, Sydney metro had 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. The median weekly rent figure 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 constitute the remaining 19.2%, with lone person households at 17.9% and group households comprising 1.2%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is 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 is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15 years and over, 56.9% have university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent 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. This includes 10.4% in primary education, 9.2% in secondary education, and 7.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Turramurra has 95 active public transport stops serving a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 51 individual routes, offering a total of 5,832 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from residents' homes to the nearest transport stop is 145 meters, indicating excellent accessibility. In this predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 78%, with trains used by 13% of residents. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 63.7% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 833 trips per day, equating to about 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 for Turramurra based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups is very low. Approximately 79% of the total population (10,415 people) has private health cover, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.1% and 6.1% of residents respectively. About 75.9% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Turramurra has 21.1% of its population aged 65 and over (2,776 people), higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, with national rankings generally in line with the overall 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 high 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 main religion in Turramurra, comprising 49.2% of people. Judaism is notably overrepresented in Turramurra, making up 0.8% compared to the Greater Sydney average of 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, English is the top group at 24.7%, substantially higher than the regional average of 19.0%. Australian and Chinese ancestry comprise 18.9% and 13.6% respectively, both higher than regional averages of 15.7% and 8.4%. Korean (2.2%), South Australian (1.4%) and Russian (0.7%) are notably overrepresented in Turramurra compared to 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 those aged 45-54 years make up 15.0%, while those aged 25-34 years comprise 6.8% of the population, which is smaller compared to Greater Sydney. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of individuals aged 15-24 has increased from 12.5% to 15.1%. Conversely, those aged 0-4 have decreased from 4.8% to 3.5%, and the 35-44 age group has dropped from 13.6% to 12.4%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Turramurra's age structure. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to increase by 311 people (32%), from 973 to 1,285. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 100% of total population growth, reflecting Turramurra's aging demographic profile. Conversely, the 45-54 and 25-34 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.