Mollymook Beach (NSW)

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According to ABS demographic data and recent address validations by Districts, the suburb of Mollymook Beach has a population of approximately 2,375 as of May 2026. This represents a drop of 156 residents (6.2%) from the 2,531 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This change is calculated from an estimated local population of 2,344 based on the June 2025 ABS ERP release, combined with 53 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Consequently, the suburb of Mollymook Beach has a density of 711 persons per square kilometer, a level that aligns with typical benchmarks across Districts analysis. Demographic expansion has been primarily supported by arrivals from interstate, who accounted for about 65.0% of all population increases recently.

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The local workforce is characterized by high skill levels and solid representation in key public sectors, with unemployment sitting at a low 1.8%. Data for March 2026 indicates 911 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 2.3% lower than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, while workforce participation is considerably lower at 46.7% compared to the regional figure of 60.6%. Census data indicates that 18.9% of local workers operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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Taxpayer data from the financial year 2023 indicates that the suburb of Mollymook Beach recorded a median taxpayer income of $45,252 and an average income of $60,570. These statistics sit below the national benchmarks and compare to median and average incomes of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $49,922 for the median and $66,821 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in the area fall between the 16th and 25th percentiles nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly household income bracket accounts for 28.6% of households (679 units), mirroring the regional trend where of households fall into this range. Although residents retain of their income due to modest housing expenses, overall disposable income sits in the th percentile nationwide, and the local SEIFA index ranks in the th decile.

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Census data reveals that standalone houses constitute 89.7% of the dwelling stock in the suburb of Mollymook Beach, while semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings account for 10.2%, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings across Regional NSW. Home ownership is high, with 59.0% of homes owned outright, while 23.5% are mortgaged and 17.6% are rented. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,700 sits below the Regional NSW average of $1,733, whereas the median weekly rent of $380 is higher than the regional average of $330. Nationally, mortgage costs are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.

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Families comprise 69.6% of all households, consisting of couples without children at 42.9%, couples with children at 18.7%, and single parents at 7.9%. Single person households account for 28.1% of households, while group arrangements make up 2.1%, bringing total non-family households to 30.4%. The median household size stands at 2.2 people, which is smaller than the regional average of 2.4.

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Educational attainment is high, with university qualification rates at 27.7% of residents aged 15+, which is higher than the SA3 average of 19.0% and the Rest of NSW average of 21.3%. Bachelor degrees are held by 18.9% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 5.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%. Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 40.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas at 11.8% and certificates at 28.4%.

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Public transport infrastructure consists of 27 active transit stops offering bus services. These stops connect to 9 distinct routes, which together provide 96 passenger trips weekly. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 216 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, resulting in a high rate of outward commuting, with cars being the dominant mode of travel for 96% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 cars per home, which is below the regional average. In addition, 18.9% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic restrictions.

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Health indicators in the suburb of Mollymook Beach are positive, showing low rates of chronic disease and mortality across age groups. Private health insurance coverage is held by approximately 51% of residents, representing around 1,209 people.

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The local population displays low levels of cultural diversity, with 84.7% of residents born in Australia, 91.2% holding citizenship, and 96.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant faith, practiced by 53.6% of the population. The most pronounced deviation from regional norms is seen in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.4% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 56 years in the suburb of Mollymook Beach is older than the regional median of 43 years and the national median of 38 years. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 22.0% of the population, well above the national share of 9.4%, while young adults aged 15 - 24 are less represented at 6.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 11.1% to 12.5%, and the 35 to 44 cohort has grown from 10.7% to 12.0%, while the 55 to 64 group has declined from 15.8% to . By demographic projections indicate significant changes, with the to age group expected to grow by , adding residents to reach .

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Mollymook Beach currently has an estimated 123 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 69 children aged 0-2 and 46 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 21% by 2041 (to approximately 149 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 208. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.