Halekulani (NSW)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the surrounding region, combined with fresh locations verified by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Halekulani has an estimated residency of 2,758 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 81 people (3.0%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 2,677 residents. The shift is calculated from a local population of 2,757, which Districts determined after reviewing the newest ABS ERP statistics (June 2025) along with 7 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. This population level yields a density of 1,970 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio recorded across nationwide areas analyzed by Districts. The 3.0% expansion in the suburb of Halekulani since the census is within 0.4 percentage points of the SA4 region (3.4%), showing competitive expansion dynamics. Growth locally was mostly fueled by overseas arrivals, accounting for roughly 51.0% of the total demographic expansion in recent times, though all components including natural increase and interstate moves were positive.

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The suburb of Halekulani has a diverse workforce distributed between white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a solid representation of essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.4%, and an estimated 3.6% growth in jobs over the last year based on Districts calculations of regional data. In March 2026, 1,152 residents were employed, while the joblessness rate stood 0.3% higher than the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%, and labor participation is much lower (51.1% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census records indicate a moderate 19.2% of workers performed duties from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction periods.

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Based on the most recent postcode ATO data released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Halekulani have a median income of $42,315 and an average of $48,436. These figures are below national benchmarks, and compare with a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Applying the Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would stand at approximately $46,682 (median) and $53,435 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Halekulani rank between the 4th and 11th percentiles across the country. Weekly earnings are dominated by the $400 - 799 range, which contains 33.1% of residents (912 people), in contrast to the broader region where the - bracket is largest at . Low-income households are highly represented, with receiving under per week, pointing to financial strains for many households. Housing costs place a major strain on budgets, leaving only of income remaining, which ranks in the th percentile.

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Residential architecture in the suburb of Halekulani, as recorded in the most recent Census, consisted of 90.5% houses and 9.5% other housing types (semi-detached, apartments, or alternative dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other housing types. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in the suburb of Halekulani were significantly higher than the Sydney metro average, standing at 49.7%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (29.6%) or occupied by tenants (20.7%). The median monthly home loan payment was substantially below the Sydney metro standard at $1,760, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $360, compared to regional figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in the suburb of Halekulani are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national baseline of $375.

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Family units represent the majority of households at 62.2%, consisting of 19.3% couples with offspring, 28.6% couples without offspring, and 13.3% single parent arrangements. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.8%, with single-person households representing 35.4% and shared households comprising 2.1%. The median household size of 2.2 people is below the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The locality faces some educational hurdles, with university graduation rates (11.1%) sitting far below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This situation presents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 8.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Practical and vocational qualifications are highly represented, with 43.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificates (33.8%).

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Public transport data shows 17 active passenger stops within the suburb of Halekulani, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by 16 distinct routes, which combine to offer 477 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 231 meters from their closest stop. Being a largely residential suburb, most workers travel outside the area, and cars remain the primary travel mode at 92%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per home. Around 19.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Medical statistics point to considerable challenges for the suburb of Halekulani, according to Districts analyses of mortality figures and chronic illness rates, with various medical issues showing a clear impact across both younger and older generations. Additionally, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is particularly low at approximately 46% of the population (~1,273 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Halekulani has lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 88.4% of its residents born in Australia, 91.5% holding citizenship, and 97.4% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 62.2% of the population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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Having a median age of 49, the suburb of Halekulani is significantly older than Greater Sydney, where the median is 37, and is also well above the national median of 38. The age distribution shows a high concentration of people aged 65 - 74 (17.5%), while the 35 - 44 cohort is relatively small (9.3%) compared to Greater Sydney. This 65 - 74 age group is much larger than the national average of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of people aged 75 to 84 has risen from 10.4% to 11.3%, while the 55 to 64 group has decreased from 12.9% to 11.0%. Looking toward 2041, demographic models point to major changes in the age profile. Leading these changes, the to cohort is projected to expand by ( people), growing from to . Over s combined will make up of all population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the area, whereas the to and to brackets are projected to experience population decreases.

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Halekulani currently has an estimated 143 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 94 children aged 0-2 and 62 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 141 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 239. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.5 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.