Anna Bay (NSW)

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In the suburb of Anna Bay, demographers evaluate the residency at approximately 4,377 as of May 2026, pulling from regional data updates compiled by the ABS alongside recent address validations performed by Districts since the Census. This indicates an expansion of 156 people (3.7%) from the 4,221 residents registered during the 2021 Census. This calculation stems from a resident base of 4,365, which Districts estimated using the ABS release of June 2025 ERP statistics, supplemented by 17 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. With this population level, the density stands at 196 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for future expansion. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Anna Bay has shown steady expansion with a 1.1% compound annual growth rate, which is quicker than the Rest of NSW. Growth during recent periods was largely supported by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 76.0% of the overall population gains.

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Anna Bay supports a diverse labor force encompassing both professional and trade-based occupations, with the building and construction sector particularly well represented. The local unemployment rate stands at 2.7%, and jobs grew by an estimated 0.7% over the last year, according to statistical area aggregations analyzed by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,740. The unemployment rate is 1.4% lower than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, whereas the participation rate of 47.2% is considerably lower than the 60.6% recorded across Regional NSW. Census data indicates that a moderate 19.9% of the working population performed their jobs from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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According to the latest ATO postcode statistics released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Anna Bay recorded a median income of $42,238 and an average income of $56,262. These figures are below the national benchmarks and compare to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be approximately $46,597 for the median and $62,068 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes all rank between the 12th and 13th percentiles nationwide. The largest bracket of earners consists of 27.7% of residents (1,212 people) making between $400 - 799, whereas the wider region shows a different pattern with earning in the - range. Housing costs place a heavy burden on residents, leaving only of disposable income and placing the suburb in the th percentile for affordability.

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Residential housing in Anna Bay at the time of the latest Census was composed of 85.0% separate houses and 15.0% alternative housing types, such as semi-detached properties, units, and other dwellings. By comparison, Regional NSW recorded 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% other housing styles. Home ownership was notably higher than the regional benchmark, sitting at 52.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (28.5%) or renting (19.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,733, matching the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $390, compared to the regional figure of $330. Globally, mortgage costs in the suburb are lower than the national average of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the Australian median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 70.5%, consisting of couples with children at 22.7%, couples without children at 36.2%, and single-parent households at 10.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 29.5%, with single-person households representing 27.0% and group housing making up 2.7%. The median household occupancy is 2.3 people, which is slightly below the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Educational statistics show room for growth, with university completion rates at 13.9%, which is significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This gap presents an opportunity for focused educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.3% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 47.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificate-level qualifications (35.4%).

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Analysis of transit options shows 56 active public transport stops within Anna Bay, consisting of bus services. These locations are connected by 45 different routes, generating 432 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 164 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential layout of the community, most workers travel outside the suburb for employment, with private vehicles being the primary choice at 94%. Household car ownership stands at 1.3 vehicles per home, which is lower than the regional average. Additionally, 19.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Local health data points to below-average wellness outcomes in Anna Bay, based on Districts assessments of mortality patterns and the presence of long-term conditions. The occurrence of standard health issues is typical, although it is higher than the national average among older age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, with about 49% of the population (~2,154 people) holding policies, compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

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Anna Bay exhibits low levels of multicultural diversity. The data reveals that 84.7% of residents were born in Australia, 90.8% hold citizenship, and 97.0% speak only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, accounting for 54.1% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 52 years in Anna Bay is much higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, there is a distinct concentration of residents in the 75 - 84 age bracket, representing 15.1% of the population locally compared to 6.1% nationally. Meanwhile, young adults aged 25 - 34 are under-represented at 6.6%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 has risen from 12.4% to 15.1%, and those aged 85+ have grown from 1.9% to 3.9%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 11.9% to 9.8%, and the to group declined from to . By demographic forecasts project significant shifts, led by a expansion in the to cohort, which will add residents to reach a total of . Older residents aged + are expected to account for of overall growth, highlighting the aging trend. In contrast, the cohort aged to is projected to contract by residents.

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Anna Bay currently has an estimated 201 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 108 children aged 0-2 and 71 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 29% by 2041 (to approximately 260 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 326. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 6.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.