Long Jetty (NSW)

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Long Jetty's resident count is projected at approximately 6,757 by May 2026, according to Districts' evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside newly verified addresses. This represents a minor rise of 21 people (0.3%) from the 6,736 individuals documented in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated from a local population of 6,756, which Districts estimated using the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 29 newly confirmed physical addresses since the Census date. This total population translates to a density of 2,660 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quarter of all Australian locations analyzed. The primary driver of local growth was overseas migration, which was responsible for roughly 76.0% of the recent population increases.

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The local workforce is characterized by high skill levels and a strong representation in essential service industries, paired with an unemployment rate of 6.1% and a annual job growth rate of 2.7% based on regional statistical data. Employment figures for March 2026 show 3,117 residents in active work. The local jobless rate is 2.0% higher than the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney, and the participation rate of 57.4% is notably lower than the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census data highlights that 26.8% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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Based on the latest ATO figures for the 2023 financial year, local personal income falls short of the national average, recording a median of $47,307 and an average of $58,821. By comparison, Greater Sydney boasts a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Applying the Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated current figures of approximately $52,189 for median income and $64,891 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes all rank between the 13th and 21st percentiles nationwide. The largest income bracket comprises 27.6% of residents (1,864 people) who earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which aligns closely with the broader region where of the population falls into this category. Financial pressure from housing is high, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the lowest th percentile.

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According to the last Census, the local housing stock consisted of 54.2% standalone houses and 45.9% alternative housing styles (such as townhouses, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to metropolitan Sydney's split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stood at 32.6%, which is notably higher than the Sydney metropolitan average, with the remaining homes being paid off via mortgages (25.2%) or occupied by tenants (42.1%). The median mortgage payment of $1,950 per month was significantly below the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent of $360 was also lower than the metropolitan rate of $470. On a national level, mortgage costs exceed the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents remain below the country-wide median of $375.

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Families make up 59.2% of all local households, consisting of couples with children at 19.9%, couples without children at 22.8%, and single parents at 15.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.8%, which is composed of single-person households at 37.1% and group shared homes at 3.8%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational attainment in the area is relatively low, with university graduation rates at 18.0%, which is well below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This highlights a clear need and opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 13.2%, with postgraduate degrees at 2.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 40.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, split between advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificates (29.5%).

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Public transport services in the area feature 43 active stops, which consist of bus connections. These stops are served by 49 separate bus routes, which together provide 1,480 passenger trips per week. Transport access is highly rated, with residents living a median distance of 151 meters from their nearest stop. As the area is mostly residential, many commuters travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary transport method for 93% of workers. Household vehicle ownership stands at a mean of 1.1 cars per dwelling. A significant 26.8% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Local health outcomes indicate notable vulnerabilities, as shown by Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance coverage is low, standing at approximately 50% of the population (~3,394 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity in the area is below average, with citizens making up 89.2% of the population, 86.2% of residents born in Australia, and 92.7% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, practiced by 58.3% of residents, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of 45 years is much higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to the metropolitan area, there is a higher proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 (10.3% compared to Greater Sydney's share) and a lower proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 (10.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age cohort expanded from 7.6% to 10.3%, while the 45 to 54 cohort shrank from 13.0% to 11.8%. Projections for 2041 suggest further shifts, with the 75 to 84 group set to expand by 30% (an increase of people) to reach from . The combined cohorts aged and over will account for the entirety of the area's population growth, while both the to and to age brackets are expected to contract.

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Long Jetty currently has an estimated 391 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 189 children aged 0-2 and 125 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 23% by 2041 (to approximately 301 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 443. Birth rates in the area have averaged 9.6 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.