Point Frederick (NSW)

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Point Frederick has an estimated population of 2,464 as of May 2026, a figure calculated using ABS population adjustments for the surrounding region and subsequent address validations from Districts. Compared to the 2,043 residents documented in the 2021 Census, this represents a population gain of 421 people (20.6%). The calculation stems from a resident base of 2,462 estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP data release, combined with an extra 225 validated new addresses added after the census. With these figures, the density of the suburb of Point Frederick stands at 4,106 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the highest 10% of nationwide areas analyzed by Districts and highlighting local land as a premium commodity. The 20.6% rate of expansion in the suburb of Point Frederick since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 area (2.6%) and the broader SA4 region, establishing it as a primary driver of growth locally. This upward trend was fueled mostly by arrivals from overseas, who accounted for roughly of the overall population growth during recent times.

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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education and a strong presence of workers in key public services, showing a low jobless rate of 3.1% alongside an estimated annual employment expansion of 5.9%, according to statistical area data aggregated by Districts. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,342, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.0% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while the participation rate of 63.4% is notably lower than the 69.1% recorded across Greater Sydney. Census records show that a significant 38.5% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related stay-at-home orders.

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The latest postcode-level tax data from the ATO for the financial year 2023 indicates that local earnings in the suburb of Point Frederick exceed national averages, with a recorded median income of $57,233 and an average of $73,963. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would stand at roughly $63,139 for median income and $81,596 for average income. In the 2021 Census, individual weekly income sat at the 64th percentile ($882 weekly), whereas household weekly income was at the 43rd percentile. Looking at income distribution, the most common category is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, containing of local earners ( people), which aligns with the regional figure of in the same bracket. Financial stress from housing costs is considerable, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the nd percentile, while the local SEIFA income score falls into the th decile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Point Frederick was comprised of 34.0% standalone houses and 66.1% multi-unit dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, differing from the metropolitan Sydney distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Point Frederick was higher than the metropolitan Sydney average at 31.3%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 21.0% and rental properties making up the remaining 47.7%. Median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Sydney metropolitan average at $1,947, and the median weekly rent was $390, compared to metropolitan Sydney figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, mortgage outlays in Point Frederick exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also above the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 59.6%, consisting of 17.3% couples with children, 28.7% couples without children, and 12.6% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.4%, with single-person households representing 36.7% and group homes making up 3.8% of the total. The local median household size of 2.0 people is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Residents in Point Frederick display academic credentials that far exceed regional benchmarks, with 36.2% of people aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 20.8% in the SA4 region and 25.7% in the SA3 area. This educational lead positions the local population well for professional and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 23.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Practical and vocational qualifications are also common, with 32.8% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.8%) and certificates (19.0%).

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Public transport services in Point Frederick consist of 11 active transit stops, which are served by buses. There are 46 different bus routes running through these stops, offering a total of 1,985 passenger services each week. Access to transport is highly rated, with the average distance from a home to the nearest stop being 99 meters. Because the locality is mostly residential, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 83%, followed by trains at 7% and buses at 6%. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 0.9, which is lower than the regional benchmark. During the 2021 Census, 38.5% of working residents worked from home, which may reflect public health restrictions in place at that time.

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Point Frederick exhibits favorable health metrics, according to Districts analyses of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with low rates of common medical conditions observed among both younger and older residents. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 56% of the population (~1,383 people) holding policies, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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Point Frederick features a higher level of cultural diversity than most comparable areas, with 16.0% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 26.7% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 55.2% of residents in Point Frederick. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.5% of local residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.

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With a median age of 48 years, Point Frederick's population is much older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Looking at specific age brackets, residents aged 65 - 74 years are highly represented at 14.7%, while children aged 5 - 14 years make up a smaller share (7.0%) than in Greater Sydney. The concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 years is considerably higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age bracket has increased from 8.1% to 9.4% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group grew from 3.9% to 5.0%. Conversely, the proportion of children aged to years dropped from to . Demographic forecasts for indicate notable changes for the suburb of Point Frederick, with the to age group projected to grow fastest at , adding residents to reach a total of . Over the same period, the to cohort is expected to grow by a modest (representing people).

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Point Frederick currently has an estimated 123 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 85 children aged 0-2 and 57 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 56% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 9% by 2041 (to approximately 134 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 177. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.