Carrington
The standout feature of Carrington is its very small, older resident base: 32 people with a median age of 58, or 18.0 years above the national age benchmark. Housing is entirely separate houses at 100.0%, while 66.7% of homes are owned outright and the vacancy rate is 22.2%. Compared with nearby Raymond Terrace, Carrington presents as a much smaller, lower-density setting, with 9.2 residents per square kilometre across 3.48 square kilometres. The age profile and high outright ownership point to an established community because long-term residents are more prominent than younger or highly mobile households.
Population
32
Median Age
58.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,375/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
21
Carrington may suit buyers seeking detached housing and a quieter, established setting, but sale decisions should rely on an address-level valuation because a suburb-wide median house price is not available. The housing mix is 100.0% separate houses, with 64.7% of homes containing 3 bedrooms and 35.3% containing 4 or more. Compared with renting, the 22.9% mortgage-to-income ratio is lower than the 26.9% rent-to-income ratio, while the typical mortgage payment is $1,365 per month and weekly rent is $370. The 100.0% car-driver figure also makes transport costs important to a buyer's budget.
For Buyers
Carrington may suit buyers seeking detached housing and a quieter, established setting, but sale decisions should rely on an address-level valuation because a suburb-wide median house price is not available. The housing mix is 100.0% separate houses, with 64.7% of homes containing 3 bedrooms and 35.3% containing 4 or more. Compared with renting, the 22.9% mortgage-to-income ratio is lower than the 26.9% rent-to-income ratio, while the typical mortgage payment is $1,365 per month and weekly rent is $370. The 100.0% car-driver figure also makes transport costs important to a buyer's budget.
For Investors
Carrington's investment case is income-sensitive rather than straightforward. Weekly rent is $370, but the 22.2% vacancy rate is high compared with a tightly occupied rental market, so an investor should test vacancy periods, achievable rent and property management costs carefully. There were 21 development applications in the past 12 months, including a modification for a 2-dwelling detached dual occupancy, which could add housing choice or future competition. Annual growth is forecast at 1.63% and migration is described as Balanced. The 100.0% separate-house profile supports family-style demand, while high vacancy may limit rental pricing power.
Development Activity
Total DAs
163
Last 12 Months
21
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+16.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Carrington
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Demographics
Carrington has an ageing demographic profile, with a median age of 58, 18.0 years above the national benchmark, and an average household size of 2.0 people, which is 0.5 below the national comparison. English ancestry is recorded for 15 residents, followed by Scottish ancestry for 5 and Irish ancestry for 4. Christianity accounts for 17 residents and no religion for 8. The labour force contains 10 people, with 6 employed full-time and 4 part-time, while 15 people are outside the labour force. This pattern is consistent with an older, smaller household base because fewer children and lower household size reduce demand for larger family-oriented services.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
100.0%
Houses
0.0%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Carrington is a low-density housing pocket, covering 3.48 square kilometres at 9.2 residents per square kilometre. Compared with denser apartment markets, its housing form is distinctive because 100.0% of recorded dwellings are separate houses, including 64.7% with 3 bedrooms and 35.3% with 4 or more. Ownership is concentrated, with 66.7% of homes owned outright and 33.3% owned with a mortgage. Weekly rent is $370 and the vacancy rate is 22.2%. The high outright-ownership share helps explain the established feel, while the vacancy figure suggests some homes may be intermittently occupied rather than part of a deep rental pool.
Mortgage / mo
$1,365
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $370.
$600
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $600 · units $525
HH Size
2.0
Personal Income / wk
$574
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
22.2%
Unoccupied
4
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.9%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
111.1%
Couples, no children
9
Total families
Economy & Employment
Carrington's recorded employment base is small but shows a clear occupational pattern. Manufacturing accounts for 3 workers and 100.0% of the recorded industry result, while occupations include 5 Clerical/Admin workers and 3 Managers. All 10 labour-force participants are recorded as employed, split between 6 full-time and 4 part-time workers, with 0 unemployed. Personal weekly income is $574 and household weekly income is $1,375, placing household income at the 36.3rd percentile. The SEIFA profile is mixed: IEO decile 8 is above the midpoint, while IER decile 3 is below it and IRSAD decile 7 is above it. This contrast suggests occupational standing does not translate evenly into household resources.
Unemployment
0.0%
Labour Force
10
Unemployed
0
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
60.0%
Part-time
40.0%
Participation
38.5%
Employed
10
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
N/A
Postgraduate
N/A
Born Overseas
N/A
Dwellings
12
Transport to Work
Carrington's practical livability is shaped by low density and strong car reliance. The area covers 3.48 square kilometres, has 9.2 residents per square kilometre and records 100.0% of residents as car drivers, so daily trips are likely to require private transport. One local government primary school is identified, Carrington Public School; families should check enrolment zones and secondary-school access against the exact address. The median age of 58 and need-assistance rate of 12.9%, representing 4 people, point to demand for accessible services. IRSAD decile 7 is above the midpoint, but no suburb-specific crime rate is available, so current police mapping should be checked before making safety comparisons.
Drive
100.0%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
N/A
Work from Home
N/A
Growth Outlook
Carrington has an established growth outlook, with annual growth forecast at 1.63% and migration described as Balanced. Across the wider area, population change is 19.6% over 10 years, while the shift trajectory is Mixed. Rental growth has reached 57.3%, but affordability is labelled Stable as the measure moved from 46.3 in 2011 to 45.2 in 2021. Gentrification signals are also divided: the current score is 37 at the Early signs stage, while the shift measure records a score of 49 at the Active stage. Compared with a flat market, 1.63% annual growth and 57.3% rent growth indicate momentum, although the ageing profile and a 1.3 percentage-point fall in the young share may moderate change.
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Carrington compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carrington a good suburb to live in?
Carrington may suit residents who prefer detached housing, a small community and an established older population. The median age is 58, 100.0% of homes are separate houses and 1 government primary school is identified. Compared with a larger centre, daily services and transport choices may be more limited because 100.0% of recorded commuters drive.
What is the median house price in Carrington?
A suburb-wide median house price is not available, so buyers should obtain an address-level valuation rather than use the $370 weekly rent as a sale-price proxy. Carrington has 100.0% separate houses, with 64.7% containing 3 bedrooms and 35.3% containing 4 or more. Compared with apartment markets, the housing form is strongly detached.
What schools are in Carrington?
Carrington Public School is the identified local option and is a government primary school. Families should check enrolment zones, current capacity and secondary-school pathways because 1 local school does not describe all education access. Compared with larger nearby centres, school choice within the suburb is likely to be narrower, while the resident population is only 32.
Is Carrington safe?
A suburb-specific crime rate is not available, so Carrington cannot be rated as safer or less safe than nearby places from the available numbers alone. The population is 32 and 100.0% of recorded commuters drive, but those figures do not measure crime. Check current NSW Police crime mapping and inspect the immediate street environment before comparing properties.
Is Carrington good for property investment?
Carrington requires careful investment modelling. Weekly rent is $370, but the vacancy rate is 22.2%, which is higher than a tightly occupied rental market and can reduce income reliability. There were 21 development applications in 12 months, and annual growth is forecast at 1.63%. Compared with a low-vacancy suburb, the main risk is tenant downtime rather than the detached-house format.
How is Carrington's population changing?
Carrington has 32 residents today, while population change across the wider area is 19.6% over 10 years. Annual growth is forecast at 1.63%, with migration described as Balanced and the trajectory labelled Mixed. The young share has fallen by 1.3 percentage points and the senior share has risen by 1.2, so change is occurring alongside an ageing profile rather than a clear youth-led expansion.
What development is occurring in Carrington?
There were 21 development applications in the past 12 months, including dwelling houses, alterations and a 2-dwelling detached dual-occupancy modification. Compared with a static housing market, this level of activity could improve the housing stock, but it may also add competition for tenants. Buyers should confirm approvals, construction status and likely completion dates before relying on future supply.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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