Constitution Hill
With 4,030 residents in just 1.19 sq km, Constitution Hill reaches 3,391.4 people per sq km, giving it a compact western Sydney form. Separate houses account for 61.9% of dwellings and semi-detached homes 37.5%, while apartments make up only 0.6%. The median age is 38, which is 2 years below the national average, and 40.0% of residents were born overseas, 18.4 percentage points above the national rate. Household income sits at the 59.7th percentile, above the national midpoint. Families are prominent, with 45.7% of households being couples with children and average household size 2.8, or 0.3 above national. Compared with nearby Toongabbie and North Parramatta, its small footprint and predominantly low-rise housing are the clearest practical distinctions.
Population
4,030
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,706/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
49
Homebuyers are choosing between a predominantly landed and semi-detached market rather than an apartment-heavy one: 61.9% of dwellings are separate houses, 37.5% semi-detached and just 0.6% apartments. The bedroom mix supports family demand, with 46.8% of homes having 3 bedrooms and 34.9% having 4 or more. That matters because 45.7% of households are couples with children and average household size is 2.8, higher than the national figure by 0.3. Mortgage commitments are $2,167 per month, equal to 29.3% of household income, while rent is $410 per week and 24.0% of income. Compared with renting, buying requires a larger regular cash commitment, so purchasers should test repayments against rates, insurance and maintenance. A current sale median should be checked through recent comparable transactions rather than inferred from rent.
For Buyers
Homebuyers are choosing between a predominantly landed and semi-detached market rather than an apartment-heavy one: 61.9% of dwellings are separate houses, 37.5% semi-detached and just 0.6% apartments. The bedroom mix supports family demand, with 46.8% of homes having 3 bedrooms and 34.9% having 4 or more. That matters because 45.7% of households are couples with children and average household size is 2.8, higher than the national figure by 0.3. Mortgage commitments are $2,167 per month, equal to 29.3% of household income, while rent is $410 per week and 24.0% of income. Compared with renting, buying requires a larger regular cash commitment, so purchasers should test repayments against rates, insurance and maintenance. A current sale median should be checked through recent comparable transactions rather than inferred from rent.
For Investors
Constitution Hill has a substantial tenant base, with 40.0% of households renting compared with 28.5% owning outright and 30.2% paying a mortgage. Weekly rent is $410 and vacancy is 4.6%, giving investors useful demand and supply measures, although neither guarantees fast leasing or strong returns. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver, which can support demand for adaptable 3-bedroom and 4-plus-bedroom homes because those formats make up 46.8% and 34.9% of stock. Development activity is notable at 46 applications in 12 months, including dwelling houses, secondary dwellings and swimming-pool-related works. That pipeline may improve housing choice, but it can also create competition between newer and established dwellings. Compared with a purely owner-occupied market, the 40.0% rental share offers a broader tenant pool; investors should still check street-level vacancy, costs and achieved rents.
Development Activity
Total DAs
186
Last 12 Months
49
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+88.5%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Constitution Hill
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Demographics
Constitution Hill combines a family-oriented age profile with substantial overseas migration. Median age is 38, 2 years below the national average, while 40.0% of residents were born overseas, 18.4 percentage points above the national figure. University attainment is 43.3%, 13.2 points higher than nationally, supporting the large Professionals group of 457 people alongside 290 in Clerical/Admin and 189 Managers. English, Lebanese, Chinese and Indian ancestries number 798, 366, 325 and 256 respectively; Arabic is the most common listed non-English language at 156 speakers, followed by Mandarin at 65. Couples with children make up 45.7% of households, and 80.6% of residents stayed at the same address compared with a 19.4% turnover rate. Compared with nearby Toongabbie and North Parramatta, Constitution Hill's 1.19 sq km footprint makes these family and migration patterns particularly concentrated.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
61.9%
Houses
37.5%
Townhouse
0.6%
Apartment
Tenure
Constitution Hill's housing is defined by 61.9% separate houses and 37.5% semi-detached dwellings, with apartments at only 0.6%. The stock therefore leans toward 3-bedroom homes, which account for 46.8%, followed by 4-plus-bedroom homes at 34.9%; smaller formats include 2.0% studios or 1-bedroom homes and 16.2% 2-bedroom homes. Tenure is split between 28.5% owned outright, 30.2% mortgaged and 40.0% rented, so the rental segment is larger than either individual ownership category. Mortgage repayments are $2,167 monthly and equal 29.3% of household income, while rent is $410 weekly and 24.0% of income. The affordability measure is labelled Improving, moving from 59.1 in 2011 to 54.3 in 2021. Compared with an apartment-led suburb, Constitution Hill gives families more access to ground-oriented formats, but its 4.6% vacancy rate and limited apartment supply can narrow choices for singles and downsizers.
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $410.
$680
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $765 · units $650
HH Size
2.8
Personal Income / wk
$722
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.6%
Unoccupied
68
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.0%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.3%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
45.7%
Couples with children
30.5%
Couples, no children
21.9%
Single parent
1,089
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the leading industry at 22.1% and 262 workers, followed by Education at 11.7% and 139, Professional/Tech at 10.4% and 123, Construction at 10.2% and 121, and Public Admin at 6.9% and 82. The occupation mix is led by 457 Professionals, with 290 Clerical/Admin, 189 Managers, 183 Trades and 161 Community/Personal workers. Of a 1,771-person labour force, 927 work full-time and 499 part-time; unemployment is 5.1%, while participation is 54.3%. SEIFA results sit above the midpoint in education and occupation at deciles 7 and 6, and in disadvantage and advantage at deciles 6 and 7. That combination fits a suburb with household income at the 59.7th percentile, but the 1,333 people outside the labour force help explain why participation is lower than a strongly employment-led profile.
Unemployment
5.1%
Labour Force
1,771
Unemployed
90
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
55.1%
Part-time
29.7%
Participation
54.3%
Employed
1,681
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
43.3%
Postgraduate
12.6%
Born Overseas
40.0%
Dwellings
1,395
Transport to Work
Daily travel is strongly car-oriented: 45.9% drive, compared with 3.1% using public transport and 1.0% walking or cycling. Work-from-home participation is high at 45.5%, which can reduce commuting pressure for some households, although the small 1.19 sq km footprint still makes local trip planning important. Nearby Toongabbie East Public School is a government primary school; families should confirm the exact intake zone for each address and consider the wider Parramatta school network because suburb boundaries do not define intake areas. The local school mix therefore currently reads as 1 primary option in the government sector, rather than a multi-sector set of schools within the suburb. An IRSAD decile of 7 is above the midpoint and supports a relatively advantaged livability context. Compared with a transit-led suburb, Constitution Hill requires more attention to car access, school-zone logistics and peak-hour routes.
Drive
45.9%
Public Transport
3.1%
Walk / Cycle
1.0%
Work from Home
45.5%
Population Forecast
+0.77%/yr
(+184 people/yr)
EstablishedConstitution Hill sits in an established growth phase, with the wider-area trend running at 0.77% annually and overseas migration identified as the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is 10.4% over 10 years, pointing to steady expansion rather than a sudden surge. The shift trajectory is Mixed: rent growth reached 28.8%, real income growth 14.1% and the affordability trend is labelled Improving, while the senior share rose 1.3 percentage points and the young share fell 0.5 points. Gentrification readings are restrained, with a score of 14 and stage Not gentrifying, although related shift signals sit at 32 and Early signs. Compared with a high-speed redevelopment story, the more defensible reading is gradual change driven by migration, stable housing demand and 46 development applications in 12 months.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+413
Net Internal / yr
-260
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +11% since 2011, Net internal outflow -260/yr, Strong overseas inflow +413/yr
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Constitution Hill compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Constitution Hill a good suburb to live in?
Yes, the profile suits households seeking established family housing and reasonable access to western Sydney services. It has 4,030 residents, 45.7% couples with children and 61.9% separate houses. Car use is higher than public transport, 45.9% versus 3.1%, so the suburb suits drivers more than transit-dependent households.
What is the median house price in Constitution Hill?
A current median house price should be checked against recent comparable sales. Constitution Hill records a $2,167 monthly mortgage figure and $410 weekly rent, but those indicators do not establish a sale median. Compare 3-bedroom and 4-plus-bedroom transactions separately because they represent 46.8% and 34.9% of local homes.
What schools are in Constitution Hill?
Nearby Toongabbie East Public School is a government primary school. Families should confirm the exact intake zone for each address, then compare travel times and available places across the wider area. The local profile identifies 1 named school option, so secondary and non-government choices may require travel beyond Constitution Hill.
Is Constitution Hill safe?
Check the latest NSW Police incident map and visit the address at different times. Constitution Hill has 4,030 residents, so street-level conditions matter more than a suburb-wide impression. Compare the address with nearby Toongabbie before signing a lease or contract, particularly if evening travel or parking is important.
Is Constitution Hill good for property investment?
Potentially, but the case depends on purchase price, costs and property type. Renting households account for 40.0%, weekly rent is $410 and vacancy is 4.6%, while 46 development applications were recorded in 12 months. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver. Compared with a low-rental-share suburb, these indicators support investigation, not a guaranteed return.
How is Constitution Hill's population changing?
Population change across the wider area is 10.4% over 10 years, with annual growth of 0.77% and overseas migration as the primary driver. The trajectory is Mixed, while Constitution Hill has 4,030 residents today. That points to gradual change compared with a high-growth corridor, with demand shaped more by migration and established housing than by a projected local headcount.
What languages are spoken in Constitution Hill?
Yes, the suburb has a strong overseas-born population: 40.0%, or 18.4 percentage points above the national rate. Arabic is the most common listed language at 156 speakers, followed by Mandarin at 65, Canton at 45, Persian ED at 43 and Hindi at 42. These figures are higher than an English-only profile.
What development is happening in Constitution Hill?
Development activity is material at 46 applications in 12 months. Examples include a new dwelling house, a secondary dwelling and works involving a swimming pool. This is more activity than a completely static housing market, but the applications do not mean 46 new homes. Check the exact street, approval status and likely construction effects before committing.
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). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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