Kings Park (NSW)

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According to assessments of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region alongside newly validated addresses recorded by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Kings Park (NSW) has an estimated population of approximately 3,410 as of May 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census which documented 3,476 people, this represents a reduction of 66 people (1.9%). This shift is calculated from a resident population of 3,397, which Districts estimated using the ABS ERP figures from June 2025 combined with 11 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 1,306 persons per square kilometer, a figure exceeding the national average across locations evaluated by Districts. Recent expansion in the suburb of Kings Park (NSW) was mostly fueled by international migration, which accounted for roughly 78.0% of the total demographic growth.

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Data compiled by Districts reveals a highly capable local workforce with substantial employment in key service industries and a very low unemployment rate of 0.9%. There are 2,023 employed locals recorded as of March 2026, and the jobless rate sits 3.2% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Additionally, labor participation is exceptionally strong at 75.8%, compared to the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census figures indicate that 41.5% of the local workforce operated from home, though this data was likely influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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ATO records for the financial year 2023 show that incomes in Kings Park are slightly higher than the national median of $59,958 and average of $68,615. For comparison, Greater Sydney has a median income of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, the estimated values are $66,146 for the median and $75,696 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in the area rank between the 74th and 77th percentiles across Australia. The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 39.9% of residents, representing 1,360 individuals, which is comparable to the share in Greater Sydney. Although housing expenses account for of income, net disposable income remains in the th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing inventory in Kings Park consisted of 92.8% standalone houses and 7.2% alternative housing types, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Sydney metro recorded 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Ownership rates show 27.1% of residents own their properties outright, which is slightly lower than the Sydney metro average, with the remaining properties occupied under mortgages (50.2%) or tenancies (22.7%). The local median monthly mortgage payment of $2,300 and median weekly rent of $445 are both lower than the metropolitan averages of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, however, local home loan repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the country's average of $375.

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Families constitute the vast majority of local households at 80.8%, which includes couples with children at 43.3%, couples without children at 24.1%, and single-parent households at 11.3%. The remaining 19.2% consists of non-family living arrangements, dominated by single-person homes at 17.1% and shared group houses at 2.5%. With a typical occupancy of 2.8 people per dwelling, household sizes exceed the Greater Sydney median of 2.7.

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Tertiary attainment levels present an area for potential growth, as only 27.3% of residents hold university degrees compared to the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are held by 17.8% of the population, followed by 6.9% with postgraduate degrees and 2.6% with graduate diplomas. In contrast, vocational education is highly prevalent, with 38.2% of residents aged 15+ possessing technical certifications, which include advanced diplomas (12.2%) and vocational certificates (26.0%).

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Transit network mapping shows 23 active bus stops servicing the Kings Park area. These stops accommodate 6 distinct bus routes that combine to run 207 weekly passenger trips. Connectivity is highly rated, with the average home situated within 179 meters of the closest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel to other areas for employment, with private cars remaining the primary commute method at 86%, followed by rail travel at 9%. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles, which is higher than the regional median. Additionally, a notable 41.5% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.

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Public health indicators for the area are generally favorable, with Districts reports on mortality and chronic illness showing results comparable to national norms across different age groups. In addition, private health insurance uptake is solid, covering roughly 54% of the population, which corresponds to around 1,843 individuals, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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The suburb displays a higher level of cultural diversity than most Australian communities, with 30.3% of residents born abroad and 27.1% communicating in languages other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, practiced by 56.9% of the population. A notable statistical difference is found in the Other category, which represents 3.5% of local residents, compared to 1.4% throughout Greater Sydney.

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At 38 years, the median age in the suburb is comparable to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and matches the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the area has a larger proportion of residents aged 35 - 44 (17.6%) but a smaller share of young adults aged 15 - 24 (10.6%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the 45 to 54 cohort rose from 12.0% to 13.2%, while the 35 to 44 age group fell from 18.8% to 17.6%, and children aged 0 to 4 declined from 7.9% to 6.8%. By 2041, significant demographic shifts are expected, with the to cohort increasing by ( people) to reach individuals, up from .

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Kings Park currently has an estimated 231 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 136 children aged 0-2 and 91 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 16% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 256 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 283. Birth rates in the area have averaged 15.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.