Wollstonecraft

Wollstonecraft 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 Feb 2026, Wollstonecraft's population is estimated at around 8,557, reflecting an increase of 442 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 8,115. This change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 8,523 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 13 validated new addresses since the Census date. Wollstonecraft's population density ratio of 7,130 persons per square kilometer places it within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, indicating high demand for land in the area. The suburb's growth rate of 5.4% since the census is close to that of its SA3 area at 5.6%, demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 69.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where data is not available, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021.

Applying growth rates by age group from these aggregations to Wollstonecraft for years 2032 to 2041, the suburb is projected to increase by 776 persons by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 8.7% over the 17-year period.

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

Wollstonecraft has recorded approximately 25 residential properties granted approval per year on average over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 128 homes. As of FY-26, three approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.2 people have moved to the area annually for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand. The average construction value of these dwellings is $895,000, suggesting developers are targeting the premium market segment.

In terms of commercial development, Wollstonecraft has registered $9.6 million in approvals this financial year. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wollstonecraft's construction levels are 46.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. However, this is below the national average, reflecting the area's maturity and potential planning constraints. Recent development has been exclusively medium and high-density housing, offering affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. The current density of approximately 211 people per dwelling approval indicates a low-density market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Wollstonecraft is projected to gain 742 residents by 2041. Given the present construction rates, market conditions are expected to remain steady without excessive price pressure.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 63 projects potentially impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Western Harbour Tunnel and Warringah Freeway Upgrade, Hume Place development, Falcon & Alexander (Five Ways) project, and The Collective. Below are details on projects likely most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Wollstonecraft maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Wollstonecraft has an educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, matching Greater Sydney's rate as of December 2025. Workforce participation is high at 76.7%.

According to Census responses, 68.3% of residents work from home. Key industries include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Wollstonecraft has a concentration in professional & technical employment, which is 2.1 times the regional average, but retail trade shows lower representation at 4.7%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities.

In the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.5% and labour force increased by 1.2%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.7 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but local growth patterns may differ based on industry-specific projections applied to Wollstonecraft's employment mix.

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

The suburb of Wollstonecraft has an exceptionally high income level nationally, according to the latest Australian Taxation Office data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Wollstonecraft is $81,774, while the average income stands at $124,777. These figures compare to those for Greater Sydney, which are $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $89,019 (median) and $135,832 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family, and personal incomes in Wollstonecraft all rank highly nationally, between the 93rd and 98th percentiles. Distribution data shows that the $4,000+ bracket dominates with 31.7% of residents (2,712 people), contrasting with regional levels where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket leads at 30.9%. Wollstonecraft demonstrates considerable affluence with 45.8% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 16.2% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 92nd percentile nationally. The area's Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA) income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Wollstonecraft features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Wollstonecraft's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 7.3% houses and 92.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wollstonecraft was 27.5%, similar to Sydney metro, with the rest being mortgaged (22.6%) or rented (49.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,711, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Wollstonecraft was $576, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Wollstonecraft's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,711 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Wollstonecraft features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 59.8% of all households, including 20.2% couples with children, 32.1% couples without children, and 5.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.2%, with lone person households at 33.9% and group households comprising 6.4%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Wollstonecraft's educational attainment is notably higher than broader standards. Among residents aged 15+, 67.3% possess university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. This significant educational advantage favours the area for knowledge-based prospects. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 41.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (20.3%) and graduate diplomas (5.2%).

Vocational pathways account for 17.5% of qualifications among those aged 15+, with advanced diplomas making up 9.9% and certificates, 7.6%. Furthermore, 22.5% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, including 7.3% in tertiary education, 5.7% in primary education, and 3.8% pursuing secondary education.

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

Wollstonecraft has 23 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 29 individual routes, collectively facilitating 8,516 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 120 meters from the nearest stop. As primarily residential, most commute outward. Car remains dominant at 53%, followed by train at 19% and walking at 17%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.6 per dwelling, below regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 68.3% of residents work from home, potentially reflecting COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 1,216 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 370 weekly trips per stop.

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

Wollstonecraft's health outcomes show exceptional results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 76% of the total population (6,506 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 7.3 and 7.2% of residents respectively. 74.3% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Wollstonecraft has 19.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,642 people), higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly in line with national rankings for the general population.

Wollstonecraft 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

Wollstonecraft ranks high in cultural diversity, with 26.7% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 42.5% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 40.4% of Wollstonecraft's population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, making up 1.3% versus 0.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (23.3%), Australian (17.0%), and Other (13.1%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences: French (1.0% vs regional 0.5%), Russian (0.8% vs 0.4%), and South Australian (1.0% vs 0.5%) are notably overrepresented in Wollstonecraft.

Wollstonecraft's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Wollstonecraft is 38 years, close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 and equivalent to Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wollstonecraft has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (21.2%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (6.5%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.4%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the percentage of Wollstonecraft's population aged 75-84 has increased from 5.3% to 7.1%, while the percentage of those aged 5-14 has decreased from 7.5% to 6.5%. By 2041, Wollstonecraft's age composition is expected to change significantly. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 42%, reaching 863 people from the current 607. The population aged 65 and above is expected to comprise 71% of this growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 5-14 and 0-4.