Eleebana (NSW)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census Eleebana's population is estimated at around 6,452 as of May 2026. This reflects a decrease of 8 people (0.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,460 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 6,452, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 4 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,314 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by Districts. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 98.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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The workforce of the suburb of Eleebana is highly educated, featuring a strong representation of essential services industries, alongside an unemployment rate of a mere 1.8%, as calculated from Districts' statistical area syntheses. In March 2026, 3,362 residents were employed, reflecting an unemployment rate 2.4% below the 4.1% recorded in Regional NSW, while the labor participation rate remains relatively standard at 64.7% compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW. Census records reveal that a substantial 32.0% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO records compiled by Districts for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Eleebana had a median income of $55,002 and an average income of $73,565. These figures exceed the national average and compare to $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 stand at approximately $60,678 for the median and $81,157 for the average. 2021 Census data indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Eleebana reside near the 73rd percentile nationally. Income spread details show that the largest bracket contains 31.4% of residents (2,025 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, matching the broader metropolitan area where this cohort accounts for . Economic robustness is demonstrated by the of households earning premium weekly incomes above which sustains high discretionary spending. Residents retain of their income once housing costs are paid, indicating considerable purchasing power, and the neighborhood's SEIFA income rank is in the th decile.

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At the time of the most recent Census, the housing composition in the suburb of Eleebana consisted of 89.5% detached houses and 10.5% other housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other options across Regional NSW. Meanwhile, the level of outright home ownership in the suburb of Eleebana stood at 50.3%, significantly higher than the regional average, with the remaining dwellings holding mortgages (39.7%) or being rented (10.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was far higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent of $495 compared to the regional figure of $330. Throughout Australia, mortgage obligations in the suburb of Eleebana are notably higher than the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents sit well above the nationwide average of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 80.5%, consisting of 39.2% couples raising children, 33.9% couples without children, and 6.8% single parents. Non-family households represent the remaining 19.5%, with individuals living alone accounting for 18.0% and group households making up 1.4%. The median household size of 2.7 residents is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Academic credentials in the suburb of Eleebana are significantly higher than regional averages, with 32.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 23.5% across the surrounding SA3 zone. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 21.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Practical qualifications are also widespread, with 36.0% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational certificates, divided between advanced diplomas (13.0%) and certificates (23.0%).

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Public transit infrastructure includes 83 active transport stops situated within the suburb of Eleebana, which are serviced by bus connections. These stops accommodate 33 separate routes, providing a total of 424 weekly passenger services. Accessibility rankings are high, with residents living an average of 151 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, meaning most workers commute to outer areas, and private cars remain the dominant transport mode at 96%. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which exceeds regional norms. A high proportion of residents (32.0%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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The suburb of Eleebana exhibits strong health profiles, according to Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with both younger and older cohorts displaying a low incidence of typical medical issues. The rate of private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 56% of the population (~3,613 people), compared to 51.9% across Regional NSW.

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Cultural diversity measures are below average in the suburb of Eleebana, where 86.1% of the population was born in Australia, 94.8% are citizens, and 94.7% speak only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 55.2% of residents. The most pronounced overrepresentation occurs within Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 45 years in the suburb of Eleebana is slightly higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and significantly older than the national median of 38. The 45 - 54 age bracket is overrepresented at 13.3% of the population, whereas 25 - 34 year-olds are underrepresented at 6.0%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 has expanded from 11.4% to 13.4% of the population, while the group aged 65 to 74 has shrunk from 13.4% to 12.1%. Long-term modeling suggests that the age structure will shift considerably by 2041. The group aged 85+ is expected to grow by 143 people (63%), rising from to . Combined cohorts aged + will represent of total population growth, illustrating a clear aging trend. Conversely, contractions are expected within the to and to age cohorts.

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Eleebana currently has an estimated 283 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 172 children aged 0-2 and 114 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 9% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 290 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 723. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.2 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.