East Corrimal
At 2,445.3 people per sq km, East Corrimal is a compact suburb with 3,432 residents across 1.4 sq km. Its median age of 39 is 1 year below the national comparison, while the 33.7% university educated share sits 3.6 percentage points above national levels. Overseas born residents account for 17.1%, 4.5 points below the national comparison, supporting an Anglo leaning profile alongside Italian, Irish and Scottish ancestry. Compared with neighbouring Corrimal and Towradgi, its 49.0% separate house share and 38.5% semi detached share point to a tight, mixed dwelling setting. The 34.0% work from home rate and 59.7% car driver share shape daily life more than public transport, used by 1.0%.
Population
3,432
Median Age
39.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,518/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
50
East Corrimal suits buyers who value a compact, mixed housing market rather than a single dwelling format. Separate houses make up 49.0%, semi detached homes 38.5% and apartments 11.1%, while 2 bedroom dwellings account for 41.0% and 3 bedroom homes 33.6%. The monthly mortgage figure is $2,167, and mortgage costs absorb 33.0% of household income, compared with rent absorbing 23.8%. That difference matters because repayment exposure is higher even though weekly rent is $361. Compared with a more apartment led suburb, the lower 11.1% apartment share may suit buyers seeking townhouse or house like stock, but purchasers should check strata, parking and renovation costs property by property.
For Buyers
East Corrimal suits buyers who value a compact, mixed housing market rather than a single dwelling format. Separate houses make up 49.0%, semi detached homes 38.5% and apartments 11.1%, while 2 bedroom dwellings account for 41.0% and 3 bedroom homes 33.6%. The monthly mortgage figure is $2,167, and mortgage costs absorb 33.0% of household income, compared with rent absorbing 23.8%. That difference matters because repayment exposure is higher even though weekly rent is $361. Compared with a more apartment led suburb, the lower 11.1% apartment share may suit buyers seeking townhouse or house like stock, but purchasers should check strata, parking and renovation costs property by property.
For Investors
East Corrimal has a meaningful rental base, with 38.9% of occupied dwellings rented versus 31.5% owned outright and 28.5% mortgaged. Weekly rent is $361 and vacancy is 6.1%, so tenants may have more choice than in a tighter market, while landlords may face less urgency from applicants. The 48 development matters lodged over 12 months add a supply consideration, including a 2 dwelling detached dual occupancy and a 1 dwelling house example. Compared with an established suburb with no visible infill pipeline, this level of activity increases the need to assess competing stock, holding costs and local demand before buying. Employment is anchored by healthcare at 20.5% and education at 16.0%, which may support tenant demand, but no return should be assumed from these indicators alone.
Development Activity
Total DAs
227
Last 12 Months
50
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+8.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in East Corrimal
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Demographics
East Corrimal's 3,432 residents have a median age of 39 and average household size of 2.3, both pointing to a slightly smaller household profile, with age 1 year below the national comparison and household size 0.2 below it. University educated residents comprise 33.7%, which is 3.6 percentage points above national levels, while 17.1% were born overseas, 4.5 points below. English ancestry is the largest reported group at 1,356 people, followed by Irish at 368 and Scottish at 354. Christianity accounts for 1,623 people and no religion for 1,459. Compared with a suburb where overseas born residents form a majority, the lower overseas born share and Anglo leaning ancestry pattern indicate a more established local social mix, although Italian, Greek and Urdu are also recorded languages.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
49.0%
Houses
38.5%
Townhouse
11.1%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is split between ownership and renting: 31.5% of households own outright, 28.5% have a mortgage and 38.9% rent. Compared with outright owners, renters form the largest tenure group, which can support tenant depth but also increases exposure to market turnover. The dwelling mix is more attached than the separate house label alone suggests: 49.0% are separate houses, 38.5% semi detached and 11.1% apartments. Two bedroom homes lead at 41.0%, ahead of 3 bedroom homes at 33.6% and 4 or more bedroom homes at 20.9%. A 6.1% vacancy rate gives renters more choice than a low vacancy market, while the 33.0% mortgage to income ratio is higher than the 23.8% rent to income ratio, making financing capacity important for buyers.
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $361.
$650
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $818 · units $550
HH Size
2.3
Personal Income / wk
$840
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.1%
Unoccupied
93
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
33.0% stressed
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
39.1%
Couples with children
38.0%
Couples, no children
20.3%
Single parent
944
Total families
Economy & Employment
East Corrimal's employment base leans toward services, with healthcare representing 20.5% of industry employment and education 16.0%, followed by construction at 10.9%, professional and technical services at 8.1% and public administration at 8.0%. The leading occupations are professionals with 449 people, trades with 235, community and personal service with 227, clerical and administration with 214, and managers with 185. Labour force participation is 60.9%, unemployment is 4.4% and 897 workers are employed full time compared with 554 part time. Household income sits at the 47.5th percentile, below the midpoint of the national distribution, which may explain why a 33.0% mortgage burden is more material than the 23.8% rent burden. The mix is more service led than industrial, so education and health conditions matter.
Unemployment
4.4%
Labour Force
1,718
Unemployed
75
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
54.6%
Part-time
33.7%
Participation
60.9%
Employed
1,643
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
33.7%
Postgraduate
9.3%
Born Overseas
17.1%
Dwellings
1,415
Transport to Work
Daily life is strongly car oriented. A 59.7% share drove to work, compared with 1.0% using public transport and 1.8% walking or cycling, while 34.0% worked from home. That pattern suits households with parking and flexible work, but makes access to bus services and other connections important to check at the exact address. Corrimal East Public School is the local government primary option identified in the suburb, giving families 1 nearby school to investigate; enrolment zones should be checked because they can differ by street. The compact 1.4 sq km footprint and density of 2,445.3 people per sq km may keep everyday trips short, although the transport split is less active than in more walkable areas. For safety decisions, check current local incident information alongside the 3,432 resident context.
Drive
59.7%
Public Transport
1.0%
Walk / Cycle
1.8%
Work from Home
34.0%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How East Corrimal compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Corrimal a good suburb to live in?
East Corrimal can suit households wanting a compact setting with mixed housing and a strong work from home pattern. It has 3,432 residents, a median age of 39 and 34.0% working from home. Daily travel is more car based than transit based, with 59.7% driving and 1.0% using public transport, so check parking and route access.
What is the median house price in East Corrimal?
Check a recent sales report for the current median house price, because East Corrimal has a mixed stock profile rather than only detached houses. Separate houses account for 49.0%, semi detached dwellings 38.5% and apartments 11.1%. Compare the result by dwelling type and bedroom count, especially since 41.0% of homes have 2 bedrooms.
What schools are in East Corrimal?
Corrimal East Public School is the identified local government primary school option. Families should confirm the enrolment zone against the exact address, then check nearby secondary choices and travel times. The suburb covers 1.4 sq km and has 3,432 residents, so school access can vary by street even within a compact area.
Is East Corrimal safe?
Safety should be checked using current NSW Police incident information and the exact street context rather than inferred from housing tenure. East Corrimal has 3,432 residents, 38.9% renters and a 6.1% vacancy rate. Compare recent incidents over several months and inspect lighting, parking and pedestrian routes before deciding.
Is East Corrimal good for property investment?
It may suit an investor seeking a rental oriented market, but the numbers call for careful stock selection. Renting is 38.9%, weekly rent is $361 and vacancy is 6.1%, while 48 development matters over 12 months could add competing supply. Healthcare and education represent 20.5% and 16.0% of industry employment, which may support tenant demand, but yield and costs need to be tested against the purchase price.
How is East Corrimal's population changing?
East Corrimal appears relatively settled, with 76.0% of residents staying at the same address and turnover of 24.0%. The current population is 3,432, while 48 development matters over 12 months indicate ongoing infill activity. Compared with a high turnover growth corridor, this suggests change is more likely to come through gradual redevelopment and household replacement than rapid population churn.
What development is happening in East Corrimal?
Recent activity is spread across small scale residential work rather than one large project. There were 48 development matters in 12 months, including a 1 dwelling house, alterations and a 2 dwelling detached dual occupancy. Compared with a greenfield release, this is an infill pattern that may broaden housing choice while placing attention on parking, construction impacts and future rental competition.
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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