Bondi Beach (NSW)

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Following assessment of recent ABS population statistics alongside address validations compiled by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Bondi Beach is calculated to have approximately 12,968 residents in May 2026. This indicates a rise of 1,455 individuals (12.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 11,513 people. This trend is deduced from a resident cohort of 12,922, calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS and 107 validated new addresses registered post-Census. Such numbers result in a density of 10,629 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest 10% of areas analyzed by Districts, highlighting the high demand for local property. The 12.6% expansion rate in the suburb of Bondi Beach since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (5.6%) and the state, positioning the locality as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of these gains was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly of the overall population increase.

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The suburb of Bondi Beach features a highly qualified labor force, with strong representation in the technology industry, a low unemployment rate of 2.6%, and estimated annual job growth of 2.5%, according to statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 9,572, while the unemployment rate was 1.6% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and workforce participation reached an elevated 83.4% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census records indicate that 65.2% of workers operated from home, though this figure reflects the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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According to postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Bondi Beach recorded a median income of $76,849 and an average income of $150,085. This represents an exceptionally high level nationally, contrasting with a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $84,780 and an average of $165,574 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Bondi Beach rank in the 95th to 98th percentiles across the country. Weekly earnings of $4000+ are reported by 34.4% of the population, totaling 4,460 individuals, which contrasts with the wider region where the - range is most common at . With of residents earning over weekly, the community demonstrates substantial financial capacity. Although high housing expenses absorb of local incomes, strong overall earnings place disposable income in the nd percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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Census data reveals that residential properties in the suburb of Bondi Beach consist of 4.1% houses and 95.9% other dwellings, including apartments and semi-detached properties, contrasting with Sydney metro where houses make up 55.9% and other dwellings comprise 44.1%. Home ownership stands at 15.9%, which is lower than the metropolitan average, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (16.5%) or renting (67.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was recorded at $3,033 and the median weekly rent was $675, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,427 and $470 respectively. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Bondi Beach are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents sit well above the national median of $375.

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Families comprise 50.0% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 15.5%, couples without children at 27.9%, and single-parent households at 5.6%. The remaining 50.0% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 36.1% and group households at 14.0%. The median household size of 2.0 people is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The level of education in the suburb of Bondi Beach is significantly higher than broader averages, with 62.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are held by 43.3% of the population, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 16.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Vocational qualifications are held by 19.1% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.8% and certificates at 9.3%.

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Public transit options in the suburb of Bondi Beach include 22 active bus stops. These stops accommodate 26 routes, which support 7,667 passenger journeys weekly. Transit access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 129 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute out of the area. Private vehicles are the main transport method at 45%, followed by trains at 19% and buses at 15%. Car ownership averages 0.5 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan average. Additionally, 65.2% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census figures collected during pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators in the suburb of Bondi Beach show excellent results based on mortality data and chronic illness rates, with very low rates of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, covering approximately 86% of the population, which equates to 11,144 individuals. This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Bondi Beach exhibits a diverse cultural profile, with 22.6% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 48.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 32.5% of the population. Notably, Jewish residents make up 8.3% of the community, which is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 0.8%.

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The median age in the suburb of Bondi Beach is 32 years, which is younger than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to the wider Sydney region, the suburb of Bondi Beach has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (37.1%) but fewer aged 5 - 14 (4.4%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is also significantly above the national average of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data shows the median age has decreased by 1.0 years to 32. Key shifts include the 15 to 24 age group increasing from 7.0% to 9.3% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort growing from to . Meanwhile, the to cohort declined from to , and the to group fell from to . Demographic models project that the age profile in the suburb of Bondi Beach will change by with the to group growing by to add residents, reaching a total of while the to and to groups are projected to decrease.

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Bondi Beach currently has an estimated 609 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 417 children aged 0-2 and 278 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 13% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 0% by 2041 (to approximately 606 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 774. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.