Daceyville
A $2,015,000 median house price sitting alongside household income in the 1.6th percentile nationally is the defining tension of Daceyville. This 0.49 km2 suburb holds just 1,146 residents, yet 81.2% rent rather than own, and the median age of 56 is 16 years above the national figure. The housing stock is overwhelmingly semi-detached at 72.7%, a legacy of the early-20th-century garden suburb layout, and the 10.2% vacancy rate exceeds typical inner-south benchmarks. Population grew 39.4% over the decade, driven by overseas migration averaging 302 new arrivals per year, which together with a gentrification score of 41 (Active stage) signals structural change beneath the surface stability.
Population
1,146
Median Age
56.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$651/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
3
Median House
$2.0M
2024-2025 (PSI derived)
The $2,015,000 median house price reflects premium inner-south Sydney positioning, rising from $1,895,000 in 2024 to $2,040,000 in 2025, a 7.7% gain over one year. The stock is almost entirely semi-detached at 72.7%, with separate houses a rarity at 15.5%, so detached-house buyers face scarce supply at a premium. Two-bedroom dwellings account for 31% and three-bedroom for 27%, while studio or one-bedroom units make up 31.4%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $3,033, but the mortgage-to-income ratio of 107.6% signals extreme pressure for local buyers compared to income levels here, making Daceyville a suburb where buyers typically arrive with external wealth rather than local earnings.
For Buyers
The $2,015,000 median house price reflects premium inner-south Sydney positioning, rising from $1,895,000 in 2024 to $2,040,000 in 2025, a 7.7% gain over one year. The stock is almost entirely semi-detached at 72.7%, with separate houses a rarity at 15.5%, so detached-house buyers face scarce supply at a premium. Two-bedroom dwellings account for 31% and three-bedroom for 27%, while studio or one-bedroom units make up 31.4%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $3,033, but the mortgage-to-income ratio of 107.6% signals extreme pressure for local buyers compared to income levels here, making Daceyville a suburb where buyers typically arrive with external wealth rather than local earnings.
For Investors
With 81.2% of dwellings rented, Daceyville ranks as a renter-majority suburb well above the national average, providing landlords with a deep and consistent tenant pool. Weekly rent of $130 is low against the $2,015,000 median, implying a gross yield well below 1%, so the investment case rests on capital appreciation rather than income. The 10.2% vacancy rate is a caution flag. Overseas migration averaging 302 new arrivals per year provides sustained demand support, and population grew 39.4% over the decade. Development activity is minimal at just 3 applications in 12 months, so new supply is not a near-term threat to existing stock values.
Development Activity
Total DAs
33
Last 12 Months
3
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-25.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Daceyville iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Hartford College
5-9 · 29 students
St Michael's Catholic Primary School
K-6 · 371 students
Daceyville Public School
K-6 · 126 students
Demographics
The median age of 56 is 16.0 years above the national median, making Daceyville one of inner Sydney's most age-skewed suburbs. Average household size is 1.8, which is 0.7 below the national figure, consistent with a predominantly older, single-occupant and couple-without-children profile. Overseas-born residents reach 35.7%, which is 14.1 percentage points above the national average. Ancestry is predominantly English (283), Irish (164) and Scottish (78), reflecting a historically British-origin base. University qualifications at 30.2% sit close to the national average, 0.1 points above. Only 10.6% volunteer and 18.1% of residents need daily assistance, a high share compared to most suburbs and consistent with the older demographic profile.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
15.5%
Houses
72.7%
Townhouse
11.8%
Apartment
Tenure
Semi-detached homes dominate at 72.7% of all dwellings, well above typical Sydney shares, reflecting the suburb's origins as an early-20th-century planned housing estate. Separate houses account for just 15.5% and apartments 11.8%. Tenure is strongly skewed toward renting at 81.2%, compared to a national renting share closer to 30%, while only 10.7% own outright and 8.1% hold a mortgage. The 10.2% vacancy rate indicates material oversupply relative to current demand. Bedroom composition favours smaller dwellings, with studios or one-bedrooms at 31.4% and two-bedrooms at 31%, and only 10.5% having four or more bedrooms. The median price of $2,015,000 in 2025 is up 7.7% from $1,895,000 in 2024.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$3,033
Rent / wk
$130
HH Size
1.8
Personal Income / wk
$450
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
10.2%
Unoccupied
59
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.0%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
107.6% stressed
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
24.1%
Couples, no children
597
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the largest local industry at 20.4% of workers (32 employed), followed by Education at 12.7% and Professional/Tech at 10.2%, together accounting for nearly half of local employment. Professionals are the top occupation (77 workers) and Managers third (29), yet household income sits in just the 1.6th percentile nationally, a sharp disconnect that reflects the low participation rate. At 23.9%, participation is very low compared to national norms, because 574 residents are not in the labour force, driven by the aged median of 56. The unemployment rate of 13.5% among those actively seeking work is elevated, but this figure applies to a small absolute count of 33 people. Weekly household income of $651 is well below state and national medians.
Unemployment
6.5%
Labour Force
8,440
Unemployed
550
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.0%
Part-time
27.5%
Participation
23.9%
Employed
212
Occupations
Top Industries
University
30.2%
Postgraduate
9.5%
Born Overseas
35.7%
Dwellings
516
Transport to Work
Car commuting is the norm at 74.8% of workers driving, though 10.1% use public transport and 7.6% walk or cycle, the latter above many comparable suburbs. No schools are recorded within Daceyville's 0.49 km2 boundary, so families rely on institutions in neighbouring postcodes. Crime statistics are not available in this dataset. The suburb has no SEIFA decile scores recorded, limiting direct disadvantage ranking. The 10.2% vacancy rate and low weekly rent of $130 point to accessible housing costs for tenants relative to the area, though rental affordability differs sharply from purchase affordability where the mortgage-to-income ratio of 107.6% is well above sustainable thresholds. Turnover is low at 12.3%, with 87.7% of residents having stayed in the same address.
Drive
74.8%
Public Transport
10.1%
Walk / Cycle
7.6%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+2.12%/yr
(+354 people/yr)
EstablishedDaceyville's population grew 39.4% over the past decade, reaching 1,146 from a much smaller base, and the forecast shows continued expansion at 2.12% annually, adding roughly 354 persons per year. Medium projections for the broader catchment area point to population rising from around 16,683 in 2025 to 18,282 by 2031. Overseas migration at 302 net arrivals per year is the primary driver, far above the internal net migration of 48. The gentrification index scores 41 (Active stage), up from 6% historically, with signals including a 49% population increase since 2011 and accelerating overseas inflow. Rent grew 59.7% over the period while real incomes grew 39.4%, confirming that housing costs are outpacing local earnings.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+302
Net Internal / yr
+48
Gentrification Signal
Active
Population +49% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +302/yr, Accelerating: 6% → 41%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Daceyville compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Daceyville a good suburb to live in?
Daceyville suits renters and older residents well. With 81.2% of dwellings rented and a median age of 56 that is 16 years above the national figure, the suburb has a quiet, established character. The vacancy rate of 10.2% keeps rental competition moderate, and public transport is used by 10.1% of workers alongside 7.6% who walk or cycle.
What is the median house price in Daceyville?
The median house price is $2,015,000, up 7.7% from $1,895,000 in 2024. Monthly mortgage repayments average $3,033 and the mortgage-to-income ratio is 107.6%, indicating severe affordability pressure for buyers relying on local incomes. Weekly rent averages $130, which is low relative to the purchase price.
What schools are in Daceyville?
No schools are recorded within Daceyville's 0.49 km2 boundary in this dataset. Families rely on schools in the surrounding postcode 2032 area and nearby suburbs. University-educated residents account for 30.2% of the population, close to the national average and 0.1 points above it.
Is Daceyville safe?
Detailed crime statistics are not available for Daceyville in this dataset. As contextual indicators, 87.7% of residents have stayed in the same address, suggesting low local instability, and the suburb's small size of 0.49 km2 and population of just 1,146 contribute to a low-density, settled environment.
Is Daceyville good for property investment?
The 81.2% renter share is well above national averages, supporting consistent demand for rentals, and overseas migration of 302 net arrivals per year provides ongoing population pressure. However, weekly rent of $130 against a $2,015,000 median implies a very low gross yield, so investors here rely on capital growth. The 10.2% vacancy rate is a risk factor to monitor.
How is Daceyville's population changing?
The population grew 39.4% over the past decade and is forecast to grow at 2.12% annually. Overseas migration drives this at 302 net arrivals per year, compared to 48 from internal movement. The gentrification index sits at 41 (Active stage), up sharply from 6% historically, signalling ongoing structural demographic shift.
What languages are spoken in Daceyville?
About 35.7% of residents were born overseas, which is 14.1 percentage points above the national average. The most common non-English languages are Greek (18 speakers) and Arabic (11), reflecting a small but established multicultural community within the predominantly English-ancestry resident base.
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 Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), 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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