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Greater Sydney / Ku-ring-gai
$1,540
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
+9.9%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
3,727
People
17 Jul 2026
+0.5%
Growth since 2021
Census
1
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL11360How we calculate this
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
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3,727
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 3,710 people
2.33 km²
Land area
1,599.6 /km²
Density
2.8%
Unemployment
2 /yr
Resi approvals
The suburb of East Lindfield is a welcoming residential enclave situated a convenient 10.9 kilometers north of the Sydney CBD. Known for its beautiful tree-lined streets, stunning family homes, and abundance of green spaces, this charming location offers a peaceful, leafy environment while providing numerous shopping options, cafes, and restaurants. As of May 2026, the population is estimated at approximately 3,727 residents, representing minimal change since the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,710 people. This latest figure is derived from yearly SA2-level Estimated Resident Population counts and quarterly national address file updates. The local community features a high proportion of teenagers, a notable segment of residents aged 15 to 24, and a strong presence of middle-aged and elderly citizens, largely residing in family households and couples with children. Local market dynamics are characterized by a severely restricted supply of housing and relatively low sales volumes relative to the overall population. The suburb of East Lindfield features a highly educated population with strong qualifications, standout local school performance, and an average taxpayer income of $132,799. Residents enjoy an exceptional level of planned major infrastructure projects that are expected to support future performance and offset the area's limited demographic expansion patterns. With its excellent schools, beautiful parks, preserved heritage, and active cultural scene, this suburb continues to attract families and professionals who value a high quality of life.
Estimated residents are up from 3,710 at the 2021 Census — a change of 17 people, or 0.5%.
Districts View
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 405 residents by 2041 — growth of 10.9% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around East Lindfield, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 90th percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 7.5% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
No standout risks in the ingested evidence — this is coverage, not an all-clear.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for East Lindfield. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
The level of residential development activity in East Lindfield is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by Districts
Detail
According to Districts analysis of ABS building approvals compiled from localized statistical data, the suburb of East Lindfield has averaged approximately 2 approved dwellings annually. This includes a total of 12 residential approvals over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 2 approvals registered during FY-26 to date. Given the population decline during the preceding timeframe, this pace of building has been relatively sufficient, which benefits purchasers, with the newly approved dwellings carrying a mean estimated building cost of $900,000, indicating a focus by developers on higher-end, premium housing.
In comparison to the broader Greater Sydney region, the suburb of East Lindfield exhibits very low construction activity, running at 83.0% below the regional per capita average. This minimal volume of new building typically supports demand and valuations for established local properties. It is also lower than the national average, highlighting the mature nature of the area and indicating potential planning constraints. Furthermore, recent building approvals have consisted entirely of townhouses or apartments. This emphasis on higher-density options offers more reachable entry prices and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers, representing a notable shift from the current layout where houses make up 88.0% of properties. This trend suggests a lack of developable land and adapts to changing lifestyle and affordability requirements. The area registers approximately 3691 people per dwelling approval, showing a well-established property market.
Moving forward, the suburb of East Lindfield is projected to add 405 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from Districts. If current building rates do not increase, the supply of new housing may not keep pace with population growth, potentially heightening competition among buyers and supporting property values.
Districts' assessment of the Ku-ring-gai LGA register has identified 25 substantial development applications lodged in East Lindfield over the past 5 years (25 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 14 were approved (56%, or 88% of those decided), 2 were withdrawn (8%), while 4 are under assessment.
25 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 2 | 32,923 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 2 | 31,721 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 0/20.0% | 11,042/41.8% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 2/80.0% | 15,378/58.2% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 2 | 34,917 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 12 | 174,585 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 0.3 | 5.4 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 0.7 | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | -23.5 | 3.2 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | -14.9 | 2 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 3,691 | 190 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 900 | 362 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 0 | 20,118,298 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 3 | 91 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
East Lindfield has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally
Detail
Development trends and local performance are highly influenced by public works, major projects, and urban planning decisions. A single project has been identified by Districts as having a probable influence on the local area. Notable initiatives include the Lourdes Retirement Village Expansion, the Beaconsfield Parade Luxury Apartments, the Forestville Rsl Club Redevelopment, and the Killara High School Upgrade, with details provided for the most significant developments.
Residential Development
ConstructionResidential development by Bridgestone Projects featuring modern apartments with integrated commercial spaces. Focus on sustainable design and community amenities. Harmonizing with local environment with generous living spaces.
Source for Bridgestone Projects Lindfield (opens in new tab)
Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
PlanningMajor urban renewal project by Ku-ring-gai Council featuring new library, community centre, childcare facility, underground parking, housing, shops, and public park. Located on Woodford Lane car park site.
Source 1 for Lindfield Village Hub (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Lindfield Village Hub (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
ConstructionResidential development at 6 Maclaurin Parade, Roseville featuring contemporary design and premium amenities. Located in sought-after Roseville area with quality finishes and landscaped surroundings.
Communities
Dev. ApprovalA boutique low-rise residential development comprising 12 apartments across 4 floors in a single building, with 22 car spaces and basement parking. The project is designed by Aleksandar Design Group and features contemporary architecture suited to Lindfield's established character. Development consent is permitted under the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan for this site (Lot B, DP 412764).
Communities
PlanningA luxury residential development comprising 34 apartments situated in a prime location directly adjoining the prestigious Killara Golf Course. The project includes rezoning from R2 Low Density Residential to R4 High Density Residential with amendments to building height, floor space ratio, and lot size provisions. The development features three small-footprint buildings ranging from 2-4 storeys, designed to integrate with the surrounding low density context while incorporating affordable housing components. Heritage setback zones protect adjacent heritage items, and the design preserves existing vegetation including Blue Gum High Forest.
Source 1 for Buckingham Road Residential Development (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Buckingham Road Residential Development (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around East Lindfield (NSW), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026$2,700,000–$2,900,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 909m² land
Listed 19 May 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Address | Price | Sold | Type | Beds | Baths | Cars | Land | $/m² land |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 sylvan ave, east lindfield, NSW, 2070 | $2.23M | 30 May 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1,164m² | $1,917 |
| 17 ailsa cl, east lindfield, NSW, 2070 | — | 28 May 2026 | House | 5 | 2 | 4 | 1,024m² | — |
| 15 karoo ave, east lindfield, NSW, 2070 | — | 18 Mar 2026 | House | 4 | 2 | 2 | — | — |
Source: Districts property records · 3 in 2026 · 224 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in East Lindfield with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Lindfield | — | 3,727 | — | — | — |
| Roseville Chase | 1.5 km | 1,653 | — | — | — |
| East Killara | 1.6 km | 3,026 | — | — | — |
| Roseville | 1.8 km | 10,968 | — | — | — |
| Lindfield | 2.4 km | 12,169 | — | — | — |
| Forestville (NSW) | 2.4 km | 8,693 | — | — | — |
| Killarney Heights | 2.8 km | 4,579 | — | — | — |
| Killara (NSW) | 2.9 km | 11,254 | — | — | — |
| Castle Cove | 3.0 km | 2,677 | — | — | — |
| Davidson | 3.1 km | 2,800 | — | — | — |
| North Willoughby | 3.2 km | 4,408 | — | — | — |
| Chatswood | 3.2 km | 27,569 | — | — | — |
| Gordon (NSW) | 3.5 km | 9,496 | — | — | — |
| Willoughby East | 3.8 km | 1,791 | — | — | — |
| Chatswood West | 4.0 km | 1,617 | — | — | — |
| Frenchs Forest | 4.2 km | 14,830 | — | — | — |
| Willoughby (NSW) | 4.3 km | 7,474 | — | — | — |
| Artarmon | 4.7 km | 9,874 | — | — | — |
| Castlecrag | 4.7 km | 3,094 | — | — | — |
| Lane Cove North | 4.7 km | 13,774 | — | — | — |
| St Ives (NSW) | 4.8 km | 19,433 | — | — | — |
| Belrose | 4.9 km | 8,875 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Severely limited dwelling supply
Average taxpayer income of $132,799
Strong educational qualifications across the community
Standout school performance levels
High proportion of married families
Notable proportion 15 to 24yo
Development approval activity in recent years well below historic averages
Population Growth
2.4
Density
6.2
Development Activity
0.3
Employment Drivers
6.5
Infrastructure Drivers
9.0
Education
9.7
Amenities
4.3
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
East Lindfield is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on Districts' assessment of recent, and medium term trends
Detail
According to evaluations of ABS population figures for the surrounding region, alongside new address validations conducted by Districts since the Census, the population of the suburb of East Lindfield is calculated to be approximately 3,727 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 17 residents (0.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the headcount stood at 3,710 people. The estimate is derived from a resident base of 3,667, determined by Districts through analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) combined with 4 newly validated addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 1,599 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical ratio observed across Australian areas analyzed by Districts. Recent population expansion was driven predominantly by overseas migration, which was responsible for approximately 92.0% of the overall gains.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts analysis places East Lindfield well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators
Detail
The suburb of East Lindfield features a highly qualified labor force, particularly in the technology sector, with an unemployment rate of just 2.8% and a yearly employment growth rate estimated at 1.4% using aggregated statistical data from Districts. As of March 2026, there are 1,762 working residents, and the local unemployment rate sits 1.4% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. However, the local participation rate of 60.6% is notably lower than the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census records show that a high proportion of residents, 63.7%, worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
Local workers are mostly employed in professional & technical services, financial & insurance services, and healthcare & social assistance. The suburb of East Lindfield displays a strong concentration in professional & technical fields, with a representation rate times higher than the metropolitan average. Conversely, the construction sector is less prominent, employing of working residents compared to across the wider region. The area is highly residential and offers few local jobs, as seen when comparing the number of employed residents to those working within the area during the Census.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by Districts
Detail
Based on Districts calculations of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of East Lindfield recorded a median income of $63,318 and an average income of $132,799. These figures represent the top percentile nationally, comparing to median and average levels of $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates for March 2026 indicate a median of approximately $69,852 and an average of $146,504. The 2021 Census data confirms that personal, family, and household incomes are elevated, placing between the 87th and 99th percentiles nationwide. The highest income bracket of $4,000 or more per week is the most common, accounting for 45.3% of residents ( people), whereas the metropolitan area is dominated by the - bracket at . Financial capacity is demonstrated by the of households earning weekly incomes above which supports consumer spending. Housing costs represent of household income, and strong earnings place residents in the th percentile for disposable income, with the SEIFA index ranking the area in the th decile.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
East Lindfield is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Detail
The housing profile in the suburb of East Lindfield at the time of the latest Census consisted of 88.0% standalone houses and 12.0% other formats such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other options across the Sydney metropolitan area. The home ownership rate was notably high at 48.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (39.0%) or renting (12.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $4,000 was higher than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $990 compared to the metropolitan average of $470. Globally, mortgage commitments are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national median of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
East Lindfield features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Detail
Families make up the majority of local households at 82.4%, consisting of couples with children at 53.6%, couples without children at 20.5%, and single parents with children at 7.9%. Non-family households account for 17.6%, with single-person households representing 16.9% and group households comprising 0.6% of the total. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
East Lindfield demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on Districts' comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics
Detail
Residents of the suburb of East Lindfield have high levels of education, with 57.4% of those aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services employment. Bachelor degrees are held by 34.9% of the population, followed by postgraduate degrees at 18.6% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Vocational qualifications are held by 15.8% of residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 9.1% and certificates at 6.7%.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
1.4km · score 71
Child Care
498m · score 76
GP
1.7km · score 14
Government Services
6.6km · score 57
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Public transport options include 45 active bus stops operating in the suburb of East Lindfield, serviced by 27 separate routes that generate 1,304 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 145 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers travel outside the area for employment. Private vehicles are the main form of transit at 81%, while 9% of residents commute by train and 5% walk. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. Additionally, 63.7% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related restrictions.
Transit services average daily trips across all routes, which corresponds to approximately weekly services at each individual stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
East Lindfield's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups
Detail
Health indicators show very favorable trends for the suburb of East Lindfield, based on Districts analysis of mortality rates and chronic health issues, showing low rates of chronic illness across all demographic groups. The rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 79% of the population (2,950 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.
Arthritis and asthma are the most common chronic conditions, affecting 6.5% and 5.9% of residents respectively. Conversely, 75.3% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The suburb of East Lindfield has a mature demographic with of the population aged and over ( people), compared to in Greater Sydney. Health rankings for these older residents are strong and align with the broader population trends.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
East Lindfield is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on Districts assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The suburb of East Lindfield displays a diverse cultural mix, with 34.3% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 40.6% born overseas. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 47.3% of the community. Judaism shows a notable local concentration at 2.5% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of parental ancestry, Chinese heritage is the most common at 22.9% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 8.4%. This is followed by English ancestry at 22.9% and Australian ancestry at 17.7%. Other ethnic backgrounds showing distinct local representation include Korean at of the population of the suburb of East Lindfield (compared to across the region), Hungarian at (compared to ), and Russian at (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
East Lindfield hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average
Detail
The median age of 43 years in the suburb of East Lindfield is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 years and the national average of 38 years. Children aged 5 to 14 make up a large portion of the population at 16.1%, while young adults aged 25 to 34 represent a small segment at 5.2% compared to the metropolitan average. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 14.0% to 16.9%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 6.6% to 7.7%. In contrast, the 35 to 44 age bracket decreased from 12.0% to 10.5%, and the to group declined from to . Projections for indicate that the cohort aged and over will expand by people (), rising from to . The combined age brackets from and over are expected to account for of total population growth, showing an aging trend, while the to and to cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
East Lindfield was found to possess higher than average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with strong provision across all service types.
Detail
East Lindfield currently has an estimated 108 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 74 children aged 0-2 and 49 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 29% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 105 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 421. Birth rates in the area have averaged 5.5 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.
8.2
Income
8.4
Age
7.2
Household Composition
9.3
Housing
6.2
Cultural Diversity
8.2
Health
9.0
Housing Cost
9.9
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Sales Activity
0.5
For future projections, Districts incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia forecasts published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, using NSW State Government projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline for any SA2 areas lacking this coverage. The age-specific growth trajectories from these sources are likewise applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future population trends in the suburb of East Lindfield, growth is anticipated to sit slightly below the national median for statistical areas, with a projected expansion of 465 persons by 2041 based on compiled SA2 data, representing a total rise of 10.9% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 3,727 | 5,672,907 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 0.5% | 8.4% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 3,710 | 5,231,147 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 8.0% | 19.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 92.0% | 81.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 10.9% | 22.9% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 1,599 | 458 | 3 |
Districts analysis of SALM and ABS data for the broader statistical area indicates that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 1.4% and the labor force grew by 0.3%, driving a decline in the unemployment rate of 1.1 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labor force expand by 1.9%, with a very minor reduction in unemployment. National forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand. These projections for five and ten-year horizons have been matched to local employment patterns. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by industry. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment for residents of the suburb of East Lindfield would rise by 7.5% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighting extrapolation that excludes local population forecasts.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 1,762 | 3,082,656 | 14,651,372 |
| –Professional & Technical | 20.0% | 11.5% | 8.2% |
| –Finance & Insurance | 11.8% | 7.3% | 3.9% |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 11.7% | 14.1% | 15.2% |
| Labour Force | 1,812 | 3,215,386 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 60.6% | 69.1% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 63.7% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 2.7% | 4.1% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 1.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 7.5% | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 65 | 79 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 69,852 | 67,093 | 63,034 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 146,504 | 91,569 | 81,013 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 63,318 | 60,817 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 132,799 | 83,003 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 3,457 | 2,077 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 59 (5.0%) | 121,103 (6.1%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 79 (6.7%) | 254,117 (12.8%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 135 (11.5%) | 359,337 (18.1%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 240 (20.4%) | 613,454 (30.9%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 129 (11.0%) | 246,176 (12.4%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 532 (45.3%) | 389,116 (19.6%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 3,898 | 2,374 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 40 (4.1%) | 51,836 (3.6%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 40 (4.1%) | 125,269 (8.7%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 93 (9.6%) | 247,659 (17.2%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 199 (20.6%) | 480,919 (33.4%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 120 (12.4%) | 210,222 (14.6%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 475 (49.1%) | 323,973 (22.5%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 1,132 | 881 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 1,014 (27.2%) | 1,483,335 (26.1%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 555 (14.9%) | 1,166,286 (20.6%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 641 (17.2%) | 1,398,411 (24.7%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 742 (19.9%) | 1,194,594 (21.1%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 171 (4.6%) | 141,540 (2.5%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 604 (16.2%) | 288,741 (5.1%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 11.7% | 18.9% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 56.3% | 32.0% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $4000+ | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 12,884 | 7,412 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 9.9 | 6.8 | 5.6 |
East Lindfield at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$1,540/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
+9.9%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 9.9% year on year to $1,540/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $990/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 1,167 | 1,828,858 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 48.5% | 28.7% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 39.0% | 34.4% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 12.5% | 37.0% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 88.0% | 55.9% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 0.3% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 11.7% | 30.8% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 4,000 | 2,427 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 990 | 470 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 3.4% | 5.3% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 3.4% | 16.1% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 7.8% | 59.2% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 27.6% | 14.9% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 57.8% | 4.5% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 2,096 | 1,588 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 26.7% | 27.0% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 28.6% | 22.6% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 1,174 | 1,983,303 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 3.1 | 2.7 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 1,169 | 1,828,859 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 16.9% | 23.2% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 0.6% | 4.2% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 82.4% | 72.6% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 53.6% | 36.0% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 20.5% | 24.4% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 7.9% | 10.9% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.7 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 61.7% | 48.3% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 26.5% | 36.4% | 36.5% |
School and university attendance is high, with 35.2% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This includes 12.0% in high school, 11.4% in primary school, and 7.6% studying at the tertiary level.
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 57.4% | 38.0% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 34.9% | 24.9% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 18.6% | 10.7% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 9.1% | 11.0% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 6.7% | 16.8% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 26.9% | 34.2% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 1,733 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 555 | 832,137 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 1,168 | 1,049 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 97 | 85 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lindfield East Public School | Primary | 555 | 1168 | 0.34 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
1.5km · score 28
Hospital
6.5km · score 44
Shopping Centre
3.1km · score 25
Banks
2.6km · score 40
Pharmacy
1.1km · score 75
Fitness Centre
1.8km · score 28
Schools
1.1km · score 37
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 47 | 36,898 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 27 | 4,764 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 1,304 | 379,269 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 52 | 85 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 145 | 162 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 83 | 153 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 3 | 14.9 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 145 | 1,184 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 82 | 97 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.6 | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 63.7% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 35.1% | 52.3% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 80.9% | 75.8% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 8.9% | 11.1% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 2.8% | 5.0% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 5.2% | 4.7% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 79.2% | 59.9% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 3.9% | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 75.3% | 74.6% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 18.2% | 18.0% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 4.4% | 5.0% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 2.1% | 2.4% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 6.5% | 6.3% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 5.9% | 6.4% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 3.8% | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 3.0% | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.7% | 3.2% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 0.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 4.8% | 6.2% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 6.6% | 6.9% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 40.6% | 40.5% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 59.4% | 59.5% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 88.2% | 80.8% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 65.7% | 60.5% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 34.3% | 39.5% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 0.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | Chinese | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 4.0% | 4.1% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 47.3% | 49.2% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 1.5% | 5.2% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 0.5% | 6.8% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 2.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 0.5% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 43.7% | 32.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | East Lindfield | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 43 | 37 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 15 to 24 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 19.0% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 60.5% | 67.1% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 21.0% | 15.5% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 25.0% | 21.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 66.0% | 49.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
East Lindfield contains 2 Long Day Care centres (95 places), 1 preschool/kindergarten facility (56 places) and 1 OSHC facility (85 places), with overall provision relative to the local child population appearing favorable compared to national benchmarks, and above the Greater Sydney average. Combined service provision across long day care and preschool/kindergarten services, and the approximate 108 children in the cohort, sees a ratio of children per place of 0.8 - placing the area among the top 20% nationally for supply per child. Looking at long day care specifically against the under-5 population, the ratio is 1.3 children per place (upper quintile supply). Further breakdowns by age, to help in identifying the most in-need services, show strong LDC provision for the infant and toddler cohort (<3yo) with 95 places across 2 facilities serving 74 children while preschool supply is similarly strong with 1 facility providing 56 places (0.9 children aged 3-4 per place compared to the Greater Sydney average of 8.3). Projected population decline of 2.8% in the under 5 age group between now and 2041 suggests a reduction in demand for childcare services. Other factors relevant to demand worth noting are lower female labour force participation of 51.8%, as well as strong income performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 14.9 per 100 residents with 555 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. This above-average concentration of school places suggests the area serves as something of a destination for educational services, which typically supports elevated childcare demand through school run convenience patterns. Additionally, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is moderate. Out of school hours child care provision is similarly strong, with 85 places serving the 5-12 cohort.
5 school catchments intersect East Lindfield (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 2,719 children aged under 5 reside, served by 3,174 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 0.9 children per place, with limited variance in this ratio.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts