Yarrawarrah (NSW)

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According to evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new address files validated by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Yarrawarrah has a population estimated at approximately 2,762 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 13 people (0.5%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,775 people. The shift is calculated from the resident population of 2,760, estimated by Districts following analysis of the newest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and subsequent address validation. This population volume corresponds to a density ratio of 2,227 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical average across national locations evaluated by Districts. Expansion in the suburb of Yarrawarrah was chiefly driven by natural growth, which accounted for approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent times.

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Yarrawarrah has a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of just 2.2%, and stable employment patterns over the past year, according to Districts' aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,539 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 1.9% below the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation matches Greater Sydney's 69.1%. Based on Census answers, a high 45.2% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

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The income level in Yarrawarrah is extremely high compared to the rest of the nation, according to the latest ATO data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers is $65,400 and the average income stands at $80,341, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $72,149 (median) and $88,632 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Yarrawarrah, placing between the 80th and 94th percentiles nationally. Distribution data shows 27.6% of the population (762 individuals) fall within the $4000+ income range, contrasting with the metropolitan region where the - bracket leads at . The substantial proportion of high earners ( above /week) indicates strong economic capacity throughout the locality. 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 in Yarrawarrah, as recorded at the latest Census, consisted of 95.4% houses and 4.6% other options (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership in Yarrawarrah was far higher than the Sydney metro level, standing at 47.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (47.9%) or rented (5.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was well above the Sydney metro average at $2,730, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $520, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Yarrawarrah's mortgage payments 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 make up the majority at 87.5% of all households, consisting of 48.4% couples with children, 31.9% couples without children, and 7.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 12.5%, with lone person households at 11.3% and group households making up 1.4% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational qualifications in Yarrawarrah are lower than regional benchmarks, with 30.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This difference suggests room for educational development and skills training. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Vocational and technical skills are strongly represented, with 40.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (13.3%) and certificates (26.9%).

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Public transport analysis shows 36 active transport stops operating within Yarrawarrah, consisting of a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 5 individual routes, providing 154 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically situated 128 meters from the closest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward, with the car remaining the dominant mode at 92%, and 6% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.9 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. A high 45.2% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

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An analysis of health indicators reveals strong outcomes throughout Yarrawarrah, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence, with the frequency of common health issues being low among the general population and close to the national average among older, vulnerable groups, while the rate of private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 59% of the population (1,619 people).

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Yarrawarrah is below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 86.2% of its population born in Australia, 95.0% being citizens, and 93.8% speaking only English at home. The main religion in Yarrawarrah is Christianity, which accounts for 63.0% of the population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of 42 years in Yarrawarrah is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and similarly older than Australia's 38 years. The 65 - 74 age group has strong representation at 12.2% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 8.7%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 15 to 24 age bracket has grown from 11.0% to 13.3% of the population, while the 85+ cohort increased from 0.6% to 2.0%. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort has decreased from 13.4% to 12.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 point to major demographic changes for Yarrawarrah. Leading this transition, the + group will grow by ( people), reaching from . Notably, the combined + age groups will account for of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the to and to cohorts are expected to experience population declines.

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Yarrawarrah currently has an estimated 157 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 103 children aged 0-2 and 69 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 137 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 296. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.3 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.