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Greater Sydney / Wyong
$560
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
+9.8%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
3,607
People
17 Jul 2026
+2.2%
Growth since 2021
Census
7
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL12255How we calculate this
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
This analysis uses Suburb (SAL) boundaries, which can differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when they share the same name. SAL 12255.
3,607
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 3,529 people
1.72 km²
Land area
2,097.1 /km²
Density
6.4%
Unemployment
6 /yr
Resi approvals
The suburb of Lake Haven is located 74 kilometers north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. As of May 2026, the estimated resident population of the suburb of Lake Haven is approximately 3,607. This represents a minor increase from the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,529 residents. The population growth in this area has shown limited expansion patterns, though it does exhibit above-average sales activity relative to its population size. The local real estate market is characterized by a severely limited supply of dwellings, alongside a strong presence of semi-detached housing options. Demographically, the suburb of Lake Haven features a high proportion of older Australians and retirement-aged residents, comprised largely of lone-person households. Residents typically have lower levels of education and income profiles that fall within the lower national quartiles. The local workforce is characterized by strong industry employment forecasts, particularly within the retail trade and healthcare sectors. The natural environment is known for its picturesque landscapes, waterfront areas, and green parks. Local amenities include various shopping centers, cafes, and restaurants, as well as several local primary and high schools. Additionally, a significant level of infrastructure and major projects spending is planned, including developments related to the Kanwal-Lake Haven-Gorokan Growth Corridor (Warnervale East / Greater Warnervale), the Lake Haven Centre Redevelopment, the Gorokan Waterfront Masterplan & Foreshore Revitalisation, and the Madison Rise Estate.
Estimated residents are up from 3,529 at the 2021 Census — a change of 78 people, or 2.2%.
Districts View
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 319 residents by 2041 — growth of 8.8% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Lake Haven, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 78th percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.4% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Below-average resident incomes
Lake Haven ranks in the 4th percentile nationally for income (score 0.4/10).
Lower household incomes can constrain rent growth and buyer depth, and increase sensitivity to interest-rate and cost-of-living pressure.
Weak local employment drivers
Lake Haven ranks in the 21st percentile nationally for employment drivers (score 2.1/10).
Areas with limited local job creation rely more heavily on commuting access and broader regional employment conditions.
Lower education outcomes
Lake Haven ranks in the 8th percentile nationally for education (score 0.8/10).
School quality and attainment influence family demand, a key driver of long-term owner-occupier depth.
Weak housing market ranking
Lake Haven ranks in the 17th percentile nationally for housing (score 1.7/10).
A low composite housing ranking suggests the local market has lagged comparable areas on the measures Districts tracks.
Elevated unemployment
Unemployment in Lake Haven is 6.4%.
Higher unemployment increases tenancy risk and can weigh on rental demand and price growth.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Lake Haven. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
The level of residential development activity in Lake Haven is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by Districts
Detail
According to ABS residential building approvals mapped to the local area, the suburb of Lake Haven averages approximately 6 approved residential properties annually, totaling 34 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 2 approvals recorded during FY-26. Amid recent downward population trends, housing supply has successfully met local demand, resulting in a balanced market with healthy buyer options. In addition, commercial development approvals totaling $2.5 million have been logged in the current financial year, emphasizing the predominantly residential nature of the locality.
Property development in the area is substantially quieter than in Greater Sydney, sitting 56.0% below the metropolitan average on a per-capita basis. This minimal supply of fresh builds typically bolsters demand and valuations for the existing housing stock. Construction volume is also lower than the national benchmark, pointing to a mature residential market and potential zoning or geographic constraints. Recently approved building permits are split evenly between standalone houses at 50.0% and medium-to-high density formats like townhouses or units at 50.0%. This shift toward denser housing alternatives provides more attainable entry prices for first-home buyers, investors, and downsizers. This composition contrasts with the established housing landscape, which consists of 72.0% houses, reflecting a scarcity of greenfield land and adapting to modern lifestyle preferences and budget constraints.
Long-term projections indicate that the suburb of Lake Haven will add 319 residents by 2041, based on recent quarterly modeling. If building activity remains at its current pace, the supply of new dwellings may not keep up with demographic growth, which could increase competition among purchasers and put upward pressure on property prices.
Districts' assessment of the Central Coast (NSW) LGA register has identified 39 substantial development applications lodged in Lake Haven over the past 5 years (23 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 31 were approved (79%, or 100% of those decided) while 4 are under assessment. Districts estimates that 17 of these developments have likely been constructed. The most common application types are retail, commercial and medical.
39 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 0 | 32,923 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 2 | 31,721 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 4/46.9% | 11,042/41.8% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 4/53.1% | 15,378/58.2% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 6 | 34,917 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 34 | 174,585 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 0 | 5.4 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 1.9 | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 0 | 3.2 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | -0.7 | 2 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 0 | 190 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 0 | 362 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 2,517 | 20,118,298 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 7 | 91 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Lake Haven has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally
Detail
Local infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and development initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. Districts has identified 2 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable initiatives include the Lake Haven Centre Redevelopment, the Kanwal-Lake Haven-Gorokan Growth Corridor (Warnervale East / Greater Warnervale), the Madison Rise Estate, and the Gorokan Waterfront Masterplan & Foreshore Revitalisation, with details provided on those most relevant to the community.
Residential Development
ConstructionMadison Rise is a premium residential estate by Allam Property Group situated on elevated land in Woongarrah, Central Coast. The development features 177 turnkey homes with modern inclusions, located near Mackillop Catholic College, Warnervale train station, and the M1 Pacific Motorway. The final stage is scheduled for release in early 2026.
Residential Development
ConstructionThe Sanctuary is a masterplanned house and land estate located in Hamlyn Terrace on the NSW Central Coast. The development offers registered residential lots for detached family homes in close proximity to schools, Wyong Hospital, local shops, and the M1 motorway.
Residential Development
ApprovedA residential land subdivision located in the Hamlyn Terrace precinct of the Central Coast. The project involves the creation of low-density residential lots designed for family homes, leveraging proximity to the Wyong Hospital and local educational facilities. The estate is part of the broader North Wyong Shire Structure Plan to manage population growth in the region.
Source 1 for Yeramba Estates Hamlyn Terrace Development (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Yeramba Estates Hamlyn Terrace Development (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
ConstructionMaster-planned residential community in Hamlyn Terrace, offering quality house and land packages for families and investors. The estate features 91 new homes fully serviced with underground power, sewerage, and NBN connectivity. Located near the Pacific Highway and M1 Motorway, with easy access to Wyong Hospital, schools, and major shopping centres.
Retail
ApprovedApproved modification for construction and operation of Warnervale Shopping Centre within the Parklands Central Coast masterplanned community. The project includes a Woolworths neighbourhood shopping centre with retail, commercial, medical centre and e-commerce facilities, 489 at-grade car parking spaces, earthworks, road works and supporting infrastructure.
Source 1 for Warnervale Town Centre - Woolworths (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Warnervale Town Centre - Woolworths (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around Lake Haven (NSW), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 3 bed · 684m² land
Listed 28 Aug 2023
$730,000–$780,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 354m² land
Listed 15 June 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 3 bed · 461m² land
Listed 24 June 2026
$980,000–$1,080,000
House For Sale · 5 bed · 706m² land
Listed 15 July 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 5 Aug 2026
$700,000–$770,000
Semi-Detached For Sale · 3 bed · 299m² land
Listed 20 Aug 2026
$960,000–$990,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 573m² land
Listed 21 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 24 in 2026 · 209 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Lake Haven with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Haven | — | 3,607 | — | — | — |
| Gorokan | 1.1 km | 8,924 | — | — | — |
| Charmhaven | 1.4 km | 2,680 | — | — | — |
| Woongarrah | 1.9 km | 6,666 | — | — | — |
| Kanwal | 2.1 km | 4,418 | — | — | — |
| Hamlyn Terrace | 2.8 km | 9,417 | — | — | — |
| Wyongah | 3.1 km | 2,093 | — | — | — |
| Buff Point | 3.5 km | 3,752 | — | — | — |
| San Remo (NSW) | 3.8 km | 4,706 | — | — | — |
| Blue Haven | 3.9 km | 6,767 | — | — | — |
| Toukley | 4.2 km | 4,586 | — | — | — |
| Wadalba | 4.5 km | 4,827 | — | — | — |
| Warnervale | 5.2 km | 1,516 | — | — | — |
| Budgewoi | 5.2 km | 3,644 | — | — | — |
| Halekulani | 5.3 km | 2,796 | — | — | — |
| Noraville | 5.6 km | 2,982 | — | — | — |
| Watanobbi | 7.5 km | 4,091 | — | — | — |
| Wyong | 8.0 km | 4,729 | — | — | — |
| Wyee | 8.2 km | 3,558 | — | — | — |
| Lake Munmorah | 8.8 km | 5,202 | — | — | — |
| The Entrance North | 9.6 km | 1,612 | — | — | — |
| Chain Valley Bay | 10.1 km | 2,824 | — | — | — |
| Mardi | 10.3 km | 3,646 | — | — | — |
| Chittaway Bay | 10.7 km | 1,962 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Severely limited dwelling supply
Strong semi-detached presence
High industry employment forecasts
Above-average children per family
Notable healthcare employment base
Elevated retail trade employment
Population Growth
2.4
Density
7.2
Development Activity
0.7
Employment Drivers
2.1
Infrastructure Drivers
7.8
Education
0.8
Amenities
6.7
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Lake Haven is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on Districts' assessment of recent, and medium term trends
Detail
Lake Haven has an estimated residency of approximately 3,607 as of May 2026, which is based on Districts evaluations of ABS regional demographic updates and post-Census address verification. This represents a gain of 78 individuals (2.2%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 3,529. This calculation is derived from a June 2025 ABS ERP release indicating 3,604 residents, supplemented by 3 validated new addresses since the Census. The suburb of Lake Haven displays a population density of 2,097 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for locations examined across the country. The 2.2% growth rate since the census trails the broader SA4 region (3.4%) by 1.2 percentage points. The population expansion was almost entirely supported by net overseas migration, which served as the exclusive contributor to demographic growth over recent times.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Employment performance in Lake Haven has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally
Detail
The local workforce displays a balanced mix of professional and trade roles, with a strong presence of essential service jobs. The unemployment rate is recorded at 6.4%, while employment grew by an estimated 3.3% over the past year. Data from March 2026 shows 1,427 residents are currently employed. The local jobless rate is 2.3% higher than the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%, while workforce participation is notably lower, standing at 49.4% compared to the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census records show that a modest 19.4% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure was likely influenced by temporary pandemic lockdowns.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. There is a high concentration of workers in healthcare & social assistance, with the local employment share in this sector reaching times the regional proportion. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for only of jobs locally compared to across the wider region. The comparison between the active working population from the Census and the total resident population suggests this largely residential district provides relatively few local job options.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to Districts analysis
Detail
Tax data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year indicates that taxpayer earnings in this locality are below the national average. Taxpayers recorded a median income of $41,739 and an average income of $50,110, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Adjusting these figures for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of roughly $46,046 for median income and $55,281 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that family, household, and individual earnings all sit within the 4th to 6th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket locally is the $400 - 799 range, which accounts for 30.2% of the population (1,089 individuals), contrasting with the wider metropolitan region where the - range is the most common at . Financial pressure from housing is notable, with residents keeping only of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the th percentile for affordability.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Lake Haven is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Detail
At the time of the latest Census, the local housing stock consisted of 72.0% standalone houses and 28.0% alternative formats such as townhouses, units, and other structures, compared to Sydney's metropolitan split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Homeownership was high relative to the Sydney metro average, with 37.1% of residents owning their properties outright, while 25.6% were paying off a mortgage and 37.3% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,700, which is considerably below the metropolitan average of $2,427. The median weekly rent was $350, compared to the regional metropolitan rate of $470. These housing expenses are also lower than the national averages, which stand at $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for weekly rent.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Lake Haven features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Detail
Families make up the majority of households at 62.8%, which includes 17.3% couples with children, 25.2% couples without children, and 18.7% single parents. The remaining 37.2% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 34.1% and shared group households accounting for 3.2%. The median household occupancy stands at 2.2 individuals, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Lake Haven faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
Detail
Educational attainment levels show that 9.5% of residents hold a university qualification, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This highlights a potential area for targeted educational development. Among university degrees, bachelor programs are the most common at 6.6%, with postgraduate qualifications at 1.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.1%. Vocational and trade qualifications are common, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a technical certificate or diploma, including advanced diplomas at 7.8% and certificate-level training at 34.3%.
A substantial proportion of the local community is engaged in study, with of residents enrolled in formal education. Primary school students account for of the population, secondary students represent , and tertiary students make up .
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
731m · score 89
Child Care
618m · score 58
GP
1.2km · score 68
Government Services
6.7km · score 80
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Public transport services include 31 active bus stops operating in the area, offering a network of 64 routes that handle 3,798 passenger trips each week. Transport access is convenient, with residents usually living within 150 meters of a stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, commuting out of the area is common, and private cars are the main transport mode for 92% of workers. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.1 cars. Working from home was recorded for 19.4% of residents in the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Daily transport services average 542 trips across the network, which equates to roughly 122 weekly services at each individual stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health performance in Lake Haven is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Local health assessments indicate notable wellness challenges, based on mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic health issues across various age groups. Access to private health insurance is low, with only about 47% of residents (~1,688 people) holding coverage. This is below the Greater Sydney average of 59.9% and the national rate of 55.7%.
Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent diagnoses locally, affecting 12.4% and 11.2% of the population. Meanwhile, 51.8% of residents reported having no chronic health issues, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The working-age demographic shows elevated rates of chronic illnesses. Residents aged and over make up of the community ( people), compared to across Greater Sydney. Health outcomes for senior citizens are generally consistent with national benchmarks for the broader demographic.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Lake Haven ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The local population displays less cultural diversity than the national average, with citizens representing 86.9% of residents, 83.5% born in Australia, and 92.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 59.7% of the community, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 49.2%.
The top ancestries reported are English at 31.8% of the population (well above the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 28.6% (above the regional average of 17.8%), and Irish at 8.0%. Significant demographic differences are evident in other groups, with Australian Aboriginal residents making up of the population compared to regionally, Maltese representation at compared to regionally, and Hungarian heritage at , matching the regional average of .
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Lake Haven hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide
Detail
With a median age of 49, the local population is older than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 14.5% of the population, whereas the 35 - 44 demographic is relatively small at 9.9% compared to Greater Sydney. The concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is higher than the national rate of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 increased from 10.6% to 11.6%, while the 45 to 54 demographic shrank from 10.7% to 9.9%. Projections for 2041 point to shifts in the local age structure, with the to cohort expected to grow by (adding people) to reach from . Grouped together, cohorts aged and over will account for of all population growth, highlighting the aging trend of the area, whereas the to and to age brackets are projected to contract.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Lake Haven was found to possess above average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with strong long day care provision, while no out of school hours care provision for school age children was found.
Detail
Lake Haven currently has an estimated 187 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 122 children aged 0-2 and 81 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 173 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 305. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.7 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.
9.6
Income
0.4
Age
9.0
Household Composition
1.9
Housing
1.7
Cultural Diversity
3.4
Health
0.5
Housing Cost
4.0
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Sales Activity
7.5
Projections for each SA2 region are drawn from 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia publications, utilizing 2022 as the baseline. For locations where this data is unavailable, the 2022 NSW State Government SA2 projections with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Anticipated growth rates for specific age demographics from these sources are extended to span 2032 through to 2041. Based on these demographic forecasts, the suburb of Lake Haven is expected to experience a population expansion that is slightly below the median of all locations evaluated. Aggregate SA2 models point to an increase of 322 residents by 2041, representing a total rise of 8.8% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 3,607 | 5,672,907 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 2.2% | 8.4% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 3,529 | 5,231,147 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 0.0% | 19.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 100.0% | 81.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 8.8% | 22.9% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 2,097 | 458 | 3 |
Based on SALM and ABS statistics compiled for the broader region, employment rose by 3.3% during the 12 months leading to March 2026, while the overall labour force grew by 3.2%, keeping the unemployment rate virtually unchanged. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment and labour force growth both reach 1.9%, with a slight decline in unemployment. Regional demand trends can be further understood through national job forecasts published in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia. These five and ten-year national forecasts have been weighted against the local industry mix to project regional trends. Although national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these trends to the local employment structure suggests a growth of 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this modeling acts as a basic weight-based extrapolation and excludes local population growth trends.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 1,427 | 3,082,656 | 14,651,372 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 20.7% | 14.1% | 15.2% |
| –Retail Trade | 13.4% | 9.3% | 9.5% |
| –Construction | 11.6% | 8.6% | 9.3% |
| Labour Force | 1,525 | 3,215,386 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 49.4% | 69.1% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 19.4% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 6.4% | 4.1% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 3.3% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.4% | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 21 | 79 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 46,046 | 67,093 | 63,034 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 55,281 | 91,569 | 81,013 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 41,739 | 60,817 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 50,110 | 83,003 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 1,023 | 2,077 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 125 (8.4%) | 121,103 (6.1%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 447 (30.2%) | 254,117 (12.8%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 419 (28.3%) | 359,337 (18.1%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 367 (24.8%) | 613,454 (30.9%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 83 (5.6%) | 246,176 (12.4%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 39 (2.6%) | 389,116 (19.6%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 1,324 | 2,374 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 46 (5.0%) | 51,836 (3.6%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 182 (19.6%) | 125,269 (8.7%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 292 (31.4%) | 247,659 (17.2%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 319 (34.3%) | 480,919 (33.4%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 60 (6.5%) | 210,222 (14.6%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 30 (3.2%) | 323,973 (22.5%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 550 | 881 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 1,116 (30.9%) | 1,483,335 (26.1%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 1,267 (35.1%) | 1,166,286 (20.6%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 870 (24.1%) | 1,398,411 (24.7%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 311 (8.6%) | 1,194,594 (21.1%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 29 (0.8%) | 141,540 (2.5%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 14 (0.4%) | 288,741 (5.1%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 38.6% | 18.9% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 8.2% | 32.0% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $400 - 799 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 3,433 | 7,412 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 1.8 | 6.8 | 5.6 |
Lake Haven at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$560/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
+9.8%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 9.8% year on year to $560/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $350/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 1,446 | 1,828,858 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 37.1% | 28.7% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 25.6% | 34.4% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 37.3% | 37.0% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 72.0% | 55.9% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 23.4% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 4.6% | 30.8% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 1,700 | 2,427 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 350 | 470 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 11.5% | 5.3% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 35.2% | 16.1% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 52.1% | 59.2% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 1.2% | 14.9% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 4.5% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,000 | 1,588 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 38.3% | 27.0% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 34.2% | 22.6% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.7 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 1,480 | 1,983,303 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 2.2 | 2.7 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 1,448 | 1,828,859 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 34.1% | 23.2% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 3.2% | 4.2% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 62.8% | 72.6% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 17.3% | 36.0% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 25.2% | 24.4% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 18.7% | 10.9% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 2 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 36.4% | 48.3% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 35.1% | 36.4% | 36.5% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 9.5% | 38.0% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 6.6% | 24.9% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 1.8% | 10.7% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 7.8% | 11.0% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 34.3% | 16.8% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 48.3% | 34.2% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 1,733 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 961 | 832,137 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 921 | 1,049 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 8 | 85 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gorokan High School | Secondary | 961 | 921 | 0.66 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
706m · score 88
Hospital
9.9km · score 43
Shopping Centre
1.7km · score 86
Banks
712m · score 95
Pharmacy
913m · score 70
Fitness Centre
962m · score 80
Schools
1.3km · score 26
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 31 | 36,898 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 64 | 4,764 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 3,798 | 379,269 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 44 | 85 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 150 | 162 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 122 | 153 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 1 | 14.9 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 59 | 1,184 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 96 | 97 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 19.4% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 80.1% | 52.3% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 91.7% | 75.8% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 2.1% | 11.1% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 0.7% | 5.0% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 3.8% | 4.7% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 46.8% | 59.9% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 10.9% | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 51.8% | 74.6% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 27.8% | 18.0% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 11.6% | 5.0% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 8.9% | 2.4% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 12.4% | 6.3% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 9.2% | 6.4% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 3.9% | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 6.9% | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 6.1% | 3.2% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 3.9% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 11.2% | 6.2% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 7.8% | 6.9% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 16.5% | 40.5% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 83.5% | 59.5% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 86.9% | 80.8% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 92.3% | 60.5% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 7.7% | 39.5% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 5.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | English | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 1.3% | 4.1% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 59.7% | 49.2% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 0.6% | 5.2% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 0.5% | 6.8% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 37.6% | 32.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Lake Haven | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 49 | 37 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 65 to 74 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 15.1% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 55.4% | 67.1% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 30.3% | 15.5% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 9.0% | 21.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 82.0% | 49.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Lake Haven contains 3 Long Day Care centres (138 places). With no preschool/kindergarten services observed in the area, only long day care, the ratio of children per place for the under 5 age group is 1.5 - placing the area above the national average for supply per child. Projected population decline of 7.5% in the under 5 age group between now and 2041 suggests a reduction in demand for childcare services. Other factors relevant to demand worth noting are lower female labour force participation of 37.7%, as well as lower quartile employment and income performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 26.6 per 100 residents with 961 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. This notably elevated rate of school supply suggests many students travel to the area from beyond the immediate surrounds, typically amplifying local childcare demand given school-run proximity. Additionally, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is moderate. Fee analysis shows fees are notably lower than national averages.
4 school catchments intersect Lake Haven (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 3,501 children aged under 5 reside, served by 2,228 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 1.6 children per place, with moderate variance in this ratio.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts