East Ryde
Household income in the 98.2nd percentile nationally sets the tone for East Ryde: a compact 1.09 km2 pocket on Sydney's Lower North Shore where the median house price sits at $2,440,000 and 47.8% of homeowners hold their property outright. The suburb scores decile 10 on IRSAD and decile 9 on both IEO and IRSD, placing it among the most advantaged communities in Australia. Despite a population of just 2,522 and a density of 2,308 per km2, East Ryde generates 40 development applications in the past 12 months, signalling that even established, owner-dominated suburbs are quietly densifying under dual-occupancy and secondary-dwelling approvals.
Population
2,522
Median Age
43.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$3,240/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
40
Median House
$2.5M
2024-2025 (PSI derived)
The median house price of $2,440,000 makes East Ryde one of the pricier markets in the Ryde local government area. Prices tracked at $2,468,750 in 2024 before settling 1.2% to $2,440,000 in 2025, a mild correction compared to sharper swings seen elsewhere in Sydney. Separate houses account for 93.6% of dwellings, far above the Sydney average, and 58.7% of those have four or more bedrooms, which points to large family homes as the dominant stock. Monthly mortgage repayments average $3,346, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.9%, which is below the 30% stress threshold despite incomes sitting in the top 2% nationally. Outright owners at 47.8% outnumber mortgage holders at 41.8%, a profile consistent with long-term owner-occupiers rather than a recent buyer wave.
For Buyers
The median house price of $2,440,000 makes East Ryde one of the pricier markets in the Ryde local government area. Prices tracked at $2,468,750 in 2024 before settling 1.2% to $2,440,000 in 2025, a mild correction compared to sharper swings seen elsewhere in Sydney. Separate houses account for 93.6% of dwellings, far above the Sydney average, and 58.7% of those have four or more bedrooms, which points to large family homes as the dominant stock. Monthly mortgage repayments average $3,346, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.9%, which is below the 30% stress threshold despite incomes sitting in the top 2% nationally. Outright owners at 47.8% outnumber mortgage holders at 41.8%, a profile consistent with long-term owner-occupiers rather than a recent buyer wave.
For Investors
The rental market in East Ryde is thin: only 10.4% of dwellings are rented, well below the national norm, and weekly rent averages $735. Against the $2,440,000 median, that rent implies a gross yield under 1.6%, low by any measure. A vacancy rate of 4.6% further tempers the yield story, sitting above comfortable landlord territory. On the demand side, net overseas migration adds 220 residents annually to the broader SA2, while net internal migration runs at negative 70, meaning overseas arrivals are the primary growth engine. Development activity is higher than the suburb's size suggests, with 40 applications in 12 months, including dual-occupancy and secondary-dwelling approvals, which indicates land-use intensification is under way even without large-scale apartment construction.
Development Activity
Total DAs
202
Last 12 Months
40
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
0.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
East Ryde's median age of 43 is 3.0 years above the national figure, consistent with the couples-with-children and established-owner profile. University qualifications reach 53.6%, which is 23.5 percentage points above the national average, among the highest rates in suburban Sydney. Overseas-born residents account for 26.6% of the population, 5.0 points above the national share. Ancestry is led by English (774), Irish (316), Chinese (295) and Scottish (221), reflecting both a traditional Anglo-Celtic base and a growing East Asian presence. The average household size is 3.0, which is 0.5 above the national figure, consistent with the large-dwelling, family-oriented stock. Couples with children make up 1,053 of 2,271 total families, and volunteering runs at 19.9%, above typical suburban rates.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
93.6%
Houses
6.0%
Townhouse
0.4%
Apartment
Tenure
East Ryde's housing stock is one of the most detached-dominant in Greater Sydney, with 93.6% separate houses and apartments at just 0.4%, the inverse of the broader metropolitan pattern. Four-plus bedroom homes account for 58.7% of dwellings and three-bedroom for 38.2%, reflecting the premium family-home character. Tenure is split between outright owners at 47.8% and mortgage holders at 41.8%, with renters at only 10.4%, well below the national average. The median house price moved from $2,468,750 in 2024 to $2,440,000 in 2025, a 1.2% dip, the first recorded decline across the available data period. Monthly mortgage repayments of $3,346 produce a mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.9%, below the stress threshold, because household incomes sit in the 98.2nd percentile nationally. Rent-to-income at 22.7% is also comfortable for tenants.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$3,346
Rent / wk
$735
HH Size
3.0
Personal Income / wk
$1,114
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.6%
Unoccupied
39
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.9%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
19.8%
Couples, no children
2,271
Total families
Economy & Employment
Professional and knowledge-based employment dominates East Ryde. Professional/Tech leads industry at 16.5% of workers (158 people), followed by Healthcare at 13.4% (128), Education at 11.7% (112) and Finance at 10.7% (102). By occupation, Professionals (457) and Managers (259) account for the clear majority of employed residents, which aligns with the suburb's decile 9 IEO score for education and occupation advantage. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, with a participation rate of 59.2%, the latter pulled down by a large not-in-labour-force cohort of 641, partly reflecting the older median age of 43 and the high share of outright owners no longer needing full-time income. Real income growth of 41.9% over the decade is well above typical suburban growth rates.
Unemployment
2.3%
Labour Force
10,447
Unemployed
244
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
64.9%
Part-time
30.1%
Participation
59.2%
Employed
1,136
Occupations
Top Industries
University
53.6%
Postgraduate
17.6%
Born Overseas
26.6%
Dwellings
811
Transport to Work
Car dependence in East Ryde is high, with 86.4% of residents commuting by car, while public transport use stands at just 2.3%, below Sydney's metropolitan average. Walking or cycling accounts for 4.1% of commuters, a small but present active-transport share. The suburb scores decile 9 on IEO and IRSD, placing it in the top tier of advantage nationally. IRSAD sits at decile 10, the maximum, reflecting the combination of high incomes, low disadvantage and strong occupational qualifications. Only 4.2% of residents (103 people) need daily assistance despite the older median age of 43. No schools are recorded within the suburb boundary in this dataset, so families rely on institutions in neighbouring Ryde council suburbs. Rent-to-income at 22.7% and mortgage-to-income at 23.9% both sit below the 30% stress threshold.
Drive
86.4%
Public Transport
2.3%
Walk / Cycle
4.1%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.64%/yr
(+272 people/yr)
EstablishedEast Ryde sits within an SA2 that added 30.4% more residents over the past decade, and the SA2-level population has grown from 16,003 in 2023 to 16,577 in 2025, tracking at 1.64% annually. Forecasts under the medium scenario project the SA2 reaching 18,027 by 2031. The primary driver is overseas migration at a net 220 arrivals per year, which offsets net internal outflow of 70. The suburb-level gentrification score is 36, classified as early signs, with signals including population growth of 32% since 2011 and accelerating overseas inflow. The shift analysis shows working-age share grew 4.6 points over the decade, while the senior share fell 2.6 points, indicating the suburb is attracting working-age professionals rather than aging in place.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+220
Net Internal / yr
-70
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +32% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +220/yr, Accelerating: 2% → 30%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How East Ryde compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Ryde a good suburb to live in?
East Ryde ranks decile 10 on IRSAD and decile 9 on IEO and IRSD nationally, placing it among the most advantaged suburbs in Australia. Household incomes sit in the 98.2nd percentile, and 53.6% of residents hold university qualifications, which is 23.5 points above the national figure. The trade-off is a $2,440,000 median house price and limited public transport at 2.3% of commuters.
What is the median house price in East Ryde?
The median house price is $2,440,000 as of 2025, down 1.2% from $2,468,750 in 2024. Weekly rent averages $735 and monthly mortgage repayments run approximately $3,346. The mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.9% is below the 30% stress threshold, reflecting the suburb's top-2% household incomes.
What schools are in East Ryde?
No schools are recorded inside the East Ryde boundary in this dataset, so families rely on institutions in neighbouring Ryde LGA suburbs. The population is highly educated, with 53.6% holding university qualifications, which is 23.5 percentage points above the national average, suggesting good access to quality schooling in the broader area.
Is East Ryde safe?
Crime statistics are not available for East Ryde in this dataset. As an indirect indicator, the suburb scores decile 9 on the IRSD index of relative disadvantage, placing it in the top tier nationally, and only 4.2% of its 2,522 residents need daily assistance. Low-disadvantage suburbs of this profile typically show below-average crime rates.
Is East Ryde good for property investment?
The investment case rests on capital growth rather than yield. Weekly rent of $735 against the $2,440,000 median implies a gross yield under 1.6%, and the 4.6% vacancy rate is above comfortable landlord territory. Demand support comes from net overseas migration of 220 arrivals annually. Development activity of 40 applications in 12 months, including dual-occupancy approvals, suggests gradual intensification.
How is East Ryde's population changing?
The broader SA2 grew 30.4% over the past decade and is tracking at 1.64% annually, reaching 16,577 in 2025. Medium-scenario forecasts project 18,027 by 2031. Overseas migration at 220 net arrivals per year is the primary driver, while net internal migration runs at negative 70. The working-age share grew 4.6 points over the decade, indicating an influx of working-age professionals.
How much development is happening in East Ryde?
East Ryde recorded 40 development applications in the past 12 months, notable for a suburb of just 2,522 residents in 1.09 km2. Recent approvals include dual-occupancy, secondary dwellings and demolition-and-rebuild projects, signalling incremental densification of the 93.6%-detached-house stock rather than large-scale apartment development.
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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