Brookvale (NSW)

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Analysis by Districts of ABS population revisions for the surrounding region, combined with post-Census address verification, estimates the population of the suburb of Brookvale at approximately 4,034 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 645 individuals (19.0%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,389 residents. The updated figure of 4,034 is derived by Districts from the June 2025 ABS Estimated Resident Population release and an extra 72 newly validated addresses post-Census. Consequently, the suburb of Brookvale has a population density of 1,833 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical density of locations analyzed nationally by Districts. The 19.0% expansion in the suburb of Brookvale since the 2021 Census outpaced both the SA3 (3.7%) and SA4 regions, establishing it as a local growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver, accounting for roughly 65.0% of the population growth in recent times.

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Data compiled by Districts shows Brookvale has a highly educated labor force with a strong professional services sector, an unemployment rate of 3.7%, and an annual employment growth rate of 2.8%. By March 2026, the employed population reached 2,694, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.4% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is high at 79.0%, compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 36.9% of residents worked from home, although this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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Postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 indicates a median taxpayer income of $61,202 and an average taxpayer income of $109,466 in Brookvale. This is high by national standards, compared to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, March 2026 estimates suggest a median of $67,518 and an average of $120,763. The 2021 Census ranks household, family, and personal incomes in the area between the 74th and 86th percentiles nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 38.9% of the local population (1,569 residents), similar to the surrounding region where fall into this range. High housing costs account for of income, but strong earnings keep disposable income at the rd percentile, and the area ranks in the th decile on the SEIFA income index.

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Census data reveals that residential properties in Brookvale consist of 18.4% standalone houses and 81.6% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates stand at 16.4%, with remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (38.3%) or renting (45.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,600, while the median weekly rent is $550, compared to metropolitan Sydney averages of $2,427 and $470. Locally, mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.

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Family households represent 62.7% of the total, consisting of couples with children at 25.7%, couples without children at 25.2%, and single parent families at 10.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.3%, with single-person households making up 32.4% and group households representing 5.1%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The educational profile of the area is distinct, with university qualification rates of 37.4% among residents aged 15 and over, exceeding both the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 26.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.0% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 33.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding credentials, including advanced diplomas at 11.7% and certificates at 21.3%.

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Analysis of public transport shows 34 active bus stops operating in Brookvale. These stops accommodate 89 routes, which provide 8,585 passenger services weekly. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 257 meters from their nearest stop. Because of the residential profile, most commuters travel outside the suburb, with cars being the main transport mode at 68%, followed by walking at 13% and buses at 11%. Car ownership stands at 0.9 per dwelling, which is lower than the regional average. A total of 36.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

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Health outcomes in Brookvale are above average, according to Districts evaluations of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with low rates of common health conditions observed across both young and old cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 70% of the population (2,825 residents) holding cover, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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Brookvale shows high levels of cultural diversity, with 31.6% of residents using a non-English language at home and 42.4% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 46.1% of the population. Buddhism has a notable local presence at 3.8%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%.

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The median age of residents is 37, matching the Greater Sydney median of 37 and close to the Australian median of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket represents 21.0% of the population, exceeding the regional proportion and the national average of 14.6%, while the 5 - 14 group is smaller at 6.0%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket expanded from 10.3% to 12.9%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 group decreased from 7.9% to 6.0% and the 45 to 54 group fell from 12.5% to 11.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the local age profile, led by a increase in the + cohort (adding people to reach from a base of ). Residents aged + are expected to account for of the overall population growth, whereas the to and to brackets are projected to decline.

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Brookvale currently has an estimated 266 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 148 children aged 0-2 and 98 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 17% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 14% by 2041 (to approximately 229 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 325. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.