Kellyville Ridge (NSW)

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According to the examination of demographic updates from the ABS for the region and new residential addresses verified by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Kellyville Ridge has an estimated resident count of 11,463 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 573 residents (5.3%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 10,890 residents. This variation is derived from a resident count of 11,462 estimated by Districts by analyzing the ABS ERP figures from June 2025 and 40 newly confirmed addresses since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 4,229 residents per square kilometer, placing this location in the top 10% of areas nationwide evaluated by Districts, highlighting the high demand for local land. The growth rate of 5.3% since the census is within 1.8 percentage points of the state average of 7.1%, showcasing strong growth indicators. This demographic expansion was majorly fueled by net migration from overseas, which accounted for approximately 73.0% of the overall population increases lately.

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Based on Districts' compilation of local statistical data, the suburb of Kellyville Ridge possesses a highly skilled workforce, particularly in professional services, with an unemployment rate of only 1.6% and a 1.7% increase in jobs over the past year. In March 2026, there are 7,596 working residents, and the unemployment rate is 2.6% lower than the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney, while labor force participation is exceptionally high at 84.7% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 53.8% of employed residents worked from their homes, though this is likely influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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According to the aggregation of tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023 at the postcode level, taxpayers in the suburb of Kellyville Ridge recorded a median income of $70,999 and an average income of $86,116. These figures are among the highest nationwide, compared to medians of $60,817 and averages of $83,003 throughout Greater Sydney. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $78,326 for the median and $95,003 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in the suburb of Kellyville Ridge ranked highly, falling between the 87th and 97th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows the dominant bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, accounting for of residents ( people), mirroring the metropolitan trend of in the same bracket. Financial strength is clear as of households enjoy high weekly incomes exceeding supporting strong consumer activity. High housing expenses take up of incomes, but robust earnings keep disposable income at the th percentile, and the local SEIFA income index ranks in the th decile.

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The mix of housing types in the suburb of Kellyville Ridge at the last Census consisted of 85.4% separate houses and 14.5% other dwelling types such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other options in the Sydney metro area. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Kellyville Ridge stood below the metro average at 16.2%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (58.5%) or rented (25.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Sydney metro median of $2,427, coming in at $2,600, while the median weekly rent was $580 compared to the metro median of $470. On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Kellyville Ridge are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 89.4%, consisting of couples with children at 63.5%, couples without children at 16.0%, and single-parent households at 9.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 10.6%, with single-person households at 8.9% and group living situations representing 1.7% of the total. The median household size is 3.4 occupants, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The level of education in the suburb of Kellyville Ridge is significantly higher than regional and national benchmarks, with 43.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This educational advantage positions the local population well for professional and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 28.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 13.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 26.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational credentials, split between advanced diplomas at 11.5% and certificates at 14.6%.

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Public transport infrastructure consists of 18 active stops within the suburb of Kellyville Ridge, consisting of various bus services. These stops support 37 separate routes, providing 1,926 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 205 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, resulting in a high rate of outward commuting. Private vehicles remain the main transport choice at 85%, while trains are used by 7% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.7 cars per household, exceeding the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, at 53.8%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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Health indicators show positive outcomes across the suburb of Kellyville Ridge, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates, with younger groups showing very low rates of common illnesses. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 61% of the population (6,982 people) holding cover, compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Kellyville Ridge displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 44.8% of the population born outside Australia and 45.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 48.3% of the community. However, Hinduism shows a notable concentration at 14.9% of the population, which is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

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The median age in the suburb of Kellyville Ridge is 36 years, closely aligning with the Greater Sydney average of 37 and slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a higher concentration of residents aged 45 - 54 (19.5% compared to the national average of 12.0%) and a lower proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (9.3%). The local population has aged slightly since the 2021 Census, with the median age rising from 35 to 36 years. The 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 13.5% to 16.9% of the population, and the 45 to 54 cohort rose from 16.5% to 19.5%. Meanwhile, the to age group fell from to , and children aged to dropped from to . By demographic projections indicate significant changes, with the to age bracket expected to grow by people () from to and residents aged and over accounting for of all population growth. In contrast, the cohorts aged to and to are projected to shrink.

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Kellyville Ridge currently has an estimated 538 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 331 children aged 0-2 and 221 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 26% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 479 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,560. Birth rates in the area have averaged 7.1 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.