Kingsford (NSW)

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Drawing from ABS population statistics for the surrounding region and address validations completed by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Kingsford (NSW) has an estimated population of 16,884 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 3,392 people (25.1%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 13,492 residents. The calculation is based on a resident population estimate of 16,879 by Districts, derived from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 73 validated new addresses recorded after the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density of 8,484 persons per square kilometer, placing the area within the top 10% of national locations evaluated by Districts, highlighting the high demand for local land. The 25.1% growth rate of the suburb of Kingsford (NSW) since the 2021 census outpaced both the state average of 7.1% and the wider SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. This population expansion was largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately of the total population increase in recent times.

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Kingsford is characterized by a workforce with high levels of education, particularly in the technology sector, alongside a low unemployment rate of 3.9% and an estimated annual employment expansion of 1.6%, according to statistical area data aggregated by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 9,644, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.2% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is somewhat lower than average, standing at 65.7% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census responses indicated that a significant 45.7% of the workforce operated from home, although this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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Taxpayer statistics at the postcode level from the ATO, compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, show that Kingsford residents recorded a median income of $50,549 and an average income of $77,677. This represents a high level nationally, whereas Greater Sydney registered a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated values would stand at approximately $55,766 for the median and $85,693 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual incomes in Kingsford around the 58th percentile nationally. The largest segment, accounting for 28.5% of residents (4,811 people), falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring the broader region where 30.9% of the population is in the same bracket. High housing expenses account for of household income, but solid earnings keep disposable income at the rd percentile, and the area is situated in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Kingsford consisted of 35.9% standalone houses and 64.2% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, and other configurations, compared to metropolitan Sydney where houses represent 55.9% and other structures make up 44.1%. The home ownership rate in Kingsford was recorded at 27.3%, matching the Sydney metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged at 20.3% or rented at 52.4%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $3,000 was considerably higher than the Sydney metropolitan average, while the median weekly rent was $475, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,427 and $470 respectively. On a national level, mortgage commitments in Kingsford are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are also well above the national median of $375.

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Families represent the majority of local households at 59.6%, consisting of couples with children at 28.2%, couples without children at 21.0%, and single parents at 8.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.4%, with single-person households representing 27.7% and group households making up 12.6% of the total. The median household size stands at 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Kingsford is well above average, with 49.6% of the population aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of education positions the local population well for professional opportunities in knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 29.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 17.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational education accounts for 20.4% of qualifications for those aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 9.5% and certificates at 10.9%.

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Analysis of the public transport network shows 58 active transit stops in Kingsford, providing a combination of light rail and bus services. These stops host 50 distinct routes that together facilitate 9,886 passenger trips each week. Access to transport is excellent, with residents living an average of 126 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 58%, followed by buses at 15% and walking at 11%. Car ownership stands at an average of 0.7 vehicles per household, which is below the wider metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, 45.7%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic-era working patterns.

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Health data indicates strong outcomes throughout Kingsford, reflecting low mortality rates and a low prevalence of chronic diseases across all age categories, alongside a high level of private health insurance coverage held by approximately 58% of the population (~9,726 people). This compares to a coverage rate of 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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Kingsford is characterized by a high level of cultural diversity, with 46.4% of the population using a non-English language at home and 51.5% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 46.7% of the local population. However, the most significant variance from regional averages is in Judaism, which is adhered to by 3.7% of residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of Kingsford residents is 30 years, making the population younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Sydney area, Kingsford has a higher proportion of residents aged 15 - 24, at 25.8% compared to a national average of 12.7%, but fewer children aged 5 - 14, at 6.6%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that an influx of younger residents has lowered the median age by 3.4 years to 30. Changes in age structure show the 15 to 24 demographic growing from 17.4% to 25.8% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age group increasing from 20.6% to . Meanwhile, the to age bracket decreased from to , and the to group fell from to . Population projections for point to significant changes, with the to cohort expected to grow the most at , adding residents to reach while the to group is projected to see minimal growth of ( people).

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Kingsford currently has an estimated 523 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 314 children aged 0-2 and 209 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 10% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 563 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 884. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.5 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.