Longueville (NSW)

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Based on evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the broader region and new locations validated by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Longueville has a population estimated at approximately 2,046 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 70 people (3.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,116 people. This shift is deduced from the resident population of 2,046, estimated by Districts following analysis of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 3 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density ratio of 2,066 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average seen across national locations assessed by Districts. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 79.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Longueville has a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of just 2.7%, and 0.6% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,065 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.5% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation lags significantly (62.8% compared to Greater Sydney's 69.1%). Based on Census responses, a high 57.1% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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The suburb of Longueville shows a median taxpayer income of $77,703 and an average of $119,829 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $85,722 (median) and $132,195 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Longueville, between the 97th and 99th percentiles nationally. The data shows the largest segment comprises 61.2% earning $4000+ weekly (1,252 residents), diverging from the region where the - category predominates at . Economic strength emerges through of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding supporting elevated consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain of income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Dwelling structure within Longueville, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 98.3% houses and 1.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Longueville was well beyond that of Sydney metro, at 55.2%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (35.9%) or rented (8.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Sydney metro average at $5,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $1,100, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Longueville's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

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Family households dominate at 91.0% of all households, comprising 52.8% couples with children, 28.9% couples without children, and 7.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 9.0%, with lone person households at 9.5% and group households comprising 0.8% of the total. The median household size of 3.2 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational attainment in Longueville significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 59.8% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 37.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (18.0%) and graduate diplomas (4.0%). Technical qualifications represent 14.7% of educational achievements for residents aged 15+ – advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (6.7%).

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Public transport analysis reveals 18 active transport stops operating within Longueville comprising a mix of ferry and buses. These stops are serviced by 15 individual routes, collectively providing 1,028 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 144 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 88%. Vehicle ownership averages 2.0 per dwelling, above the regional average. A high 57.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

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Health outcomes data demonstrates outstanding results across Longueville, based on Districts' assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups , and the rate of private health cover found to be exceptionally high at approximately 74% of the total population (1,516 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The national average is 55.7%.

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Longueville was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 25.3% of its population born overseas and 15.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Longueville was found to be Christianity, which makes up 65.8% of people in Longueville. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.8% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.

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The 46-year median age in Longueville is notably exceeding Greater Sydney's average of 37 similarly well above the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, the 55 - 64 cohort is notably over-represented (15.7% locally), while 25 - 34 year-olds are under-represented (4.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 16.1% to 18.0% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 5.9% to 7.7%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 14.4% to 11.8% and the to group dropped from to . Population forecasts for indicate substantial demographic changes for Longueville. The to age cohort is projected to see notable expansion, expanding by people () from to . Meanwhile, the to and to cohorts are expected to experience population declines.

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Longueville currently has an estimated 75 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 48 children aged 0-2 and 31 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 6% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 74 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 188. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.8 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.