Eglinton
Nearly four in five Eglinton workers drive to work, yet the suburb is recording a 5.6% annual growth trend. Its 3,012 residents have a median age of 34, which is 6 years below the national figure, while 98.2% of dwellings are separate houses. Household income sits at the 77th percentile, above the national midpoint. Compared with more established Bathurst, Eglinton reads as a detached, family-oriented part of the wider growth corridor, with 61.8% of homes containing 4 or more bedrooms. That combination helps explain its appeal to owner-occupiers, although worsening affordability from 25.7% in 2011 to 35.6% in 2021 remains an important counterweight.
Local council: Bathurst
Population
3,012
Median Age
34.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,054/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
38
Owner-occupiers are the clearest fit for Eglinton's housing profile. A monthly mortgage benchmark of $1,805 equates to 20.3% of household income, while weekly rent is $415 and rent-to-income is 20.2%. With 47.5% of dwellings carrying a mortgage and 31.3% owned outright, the tenure mix is more owner-led than renter-led because only 20.9% are rented. The built form is consistent, with 98.2% separate houses, 61.8% containing 4 or more bedrooms, and just 0.3% apartments. Compared with apartment-oriented markets, buyers here are choosing land and space, but car dependence matters because 79.0% drive to work and only 0.6% use public transport. Household income at the 77th percentile is above the national midpoint, yet affordability worsened from 25.7% in 2011 to 35.6% in 2021, so budget headroom still deserves scrutiny.
For Buyers
Owner-occupiers are the clearest fit for Eglinton's housing profile. A monthly mortgage benchmark of $1,805 equates to 20.3% of household income, while weekly rent is $415 and rent-to-income is 20.2%. With 47.5% of dwellings carrying a mortgage and 31.3% owned outright, the tenure mix is more owner-led than renter-led because only 20.9% are rented. The built form is consistent, with 98.2% separate houses, 61.8% containing 4 or more bedrooms, and just 0.3% apartments. Compared with apartment-oriented markets, buyers here are choosing land and space, but car dependence matters because 79.0% drive to work and only 0.6% use public transport. Household income at the 77th percentile is above the national midpoint, yet affordability worsened from 25.7% in 2011 to 35.6% in 2021, so budget headroom still deserves scrutiny.
For Investors
Eglinton has a relatively small rental segment, with 20.9% of dwellings rented, weekly rent of $415 and a vacancy rate of 3.9%. That vacancy level suggests investors should assess individual property appeal rather than assume every dwelling will lease quickly. The forecast annual growth trend is 5.6%, higher than a flat-growth baseline, and internal migration is identified as the primary driver. Rent growth of 94.4% strengthens the long-term income case, but worsening affordability from 25.7% in 2011 to 35.6% in 2021 may limit how far rents can rise relative to local incomes. Development activity also matters: 41 applications were recorded over 12 months, including pools, dwelling alterations, decks, patios and carports. Compared with a low-turnover market, the 24.2% turnover rate creates more opportunities to refresh stock, but also increases leasing and maintenance decisions.
Development Activity
Total DAs
233
Last 12 Months
38
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-19.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Eglinton
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Demographics
Eglinton's median age of 34 is 6 years below the national figure, and its average household size of 2.9 is 0.4 people above the national level. Families are prominent: 48.8% of families are couples with children, while 34.7% are couples without children and 14.9% are one-parent families. University attainment is 25.2%, or 4.9 percentage points below the national comparison, and only 7.7% of residents were born overseas, 13.9 points below the national figure. English, Irish and Scottish ancestry counts are 1,344, 373 and 333 respectively, while Christianity accounts for 1,784 residents and no religion for 1,025. Compared with the more mixed profile associated with central Bathurst, Eglinton has an Anglo-leaning demographic base. The 75.8% stay rate also suggests a substantial level of residential continuity.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
98.2%
Houses
1.5%
Townhouse
0.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Eglinton is dominated by detached family housing: 98.2% of dwellings are separate houses, compared with 1.5% semi-detached homes and 0.3% apartments. The bedroom profile reinforces that pattern, with 61.8% of dwellings containing 4 or more bedrooms, 35.9% having 3 bedrooms and 2.3% having 2 bedrooms. Tenure is comparatively owner-focused, with 31.3% owned outright, 47.5% under mortgage and 20.9% rented. Mortgage repayments average $1,805 per month, representing 20.3% of household income, while rent averages $415 per week and 20.2% of income. Compared with apartment-heavy markets, the suburb provides more space and lower dwelling diversity, because its housing stock is built around family-sized houses. The household income percentile of 77 is above the national midpoint, although affordability worsened from 25.7% to 35.6% between 2011 and 2021.
Mortgage / mo
$1,805
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $415.
$540
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $580 · units $450
HH Size
2.9
Personal Income / wk
$941
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
3.9%
Unoccupied
42
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.2%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.3%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
48.8%
Couples with children
34.7%
Couples, no children
14.9%
Single parent
873
Total families
Economy & Employment
Eglinton's employment base is led by Healthcare at 18.8%, or 194 workers, followed by Public Administration at 14.9% and 154 workers, Education at 14.3% and 148 workers, Construction at 9.5% and 98 workers, and Manufacturing at 8.2% and 85 workers. Healthcare's share is higher than Manufacturing's, showing a stronger service and public-sector orientation than an industrial one. Occupations are spread across Professionals at 270, Community and Personal Services at 255, Trades at 250, Clerical and Administrative roles at 192, and Managers at 157. The participation rate is 70.4%, unemployment is 3.0%, and 65.0% of employed residents work full-time, including 1,000 full-time and 463 part-time workers. This mix supports local household stability because employment is spread across health, government, education and trades rather than relying on one industry alone.
Unemployment
3.0%
Labour Force
1,585
Unemployed
47
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
65.0%
Part-time
30.1%
Participation
70.4%
Employed
1,538
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
25.2%
Postgraduate
4.7%
Born Overseas
7.7%
Dwellings
1,018
Transport to Work
Daily life in Eglinton is built around private vehicles. A total of 79.0% of residents drive to work, compared with 0.6% using public transport and 1.4% walking or cycling, while 12.9% work from home. The transport profile reflects a low-density setting of 47.5 people per square kilometre across 63.47 square kilometres. Compared with higher-density centres, residents are likely to need a car for regular commuting, shopping and appointments. Families have access to 1 local school, Eglinton Public School, a government primary school, with enrolment zones worth checking against the exact address. The 34 median age and 2.9 average household size fit a family-oriented setting, while 15.4% volunteering indicates some participation in local activities. No suburb-level crime rate is available, so safety decisions should include current local police information and an in-person visit at different times.
Drive
79.0%
Public Transport
0.6%
Walk / Cycle
1.4%
Work from Home
12.9%
Growth Outlook
Eglinton is classified as high growth, with a forecast annual trend of 5.6%, higher than a flat-growth baseline. Internal migration is the primary driver, while the wider area is described as Rejuvenating. The shift indicators show the young share increasing by 11.3 percentage points and the senior share declining by 10.0 points, consistent with a younger household profile than the national comparison. Rent growth of 94.4% and affordability worsening from 25.7% in 2011 to 35.6% in 2021 point to stronger demand but increasing cost pressure. The gentrification score is 0 and the stage is Not gentrifying, so current momentum is better explained by new or returning households than by a premium-led transformation. Compared with a mature, stable suburb, this combination implies more change in household composition and housing demand.
Population trend: Bathurst council area
Eglinton sits in the Bathurst council area. These are the council area's residents, not Eglinton's.
Residents 2025
45,359
Growth, 5 yr average
+0.9%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+0.8%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Eglinton compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eglinton a good suburb to live in?
Eglinton suits households seeking detached housing and a family-oriented setting. The suburb has 3,012 residents, a median age of 34 and 98.2% separate houses. Car use is high at 79.0%, while public transport accounts for 0.6%, so daily convenience depends heavily on driving.
What is the median house price in Eglinton?
For a current median, check recent settled sales for comparable homes because 98.2% of Eglinton dwellings are separate houses and 61.8% have 4 or more bedrooms. Comparing like-for-like family homes is more useful than applying a figure influenced by smaller apartments or units.
What schools are in Eglinton?
Eglinton Public School is the local government primary school listed for the suburb. Families should confirm the current enrolment zone against the exact address, as boundaries can affect eligibility. The suburb has 1 listed local school and no secondary school is identified here.
Is Eglinton safe?
A resident count of 3,012 cannot establish whether every street is safe. Check current NSW Police crime information, recent local reports and property-specific conditions before deciding. Visiting at different times, including after dark, can also help assess lighting, traffic and how comfortable the immediate area feels.
Is Eglinton good for property investment?
Eglinton has weekly rent of $415, a 3.9% vacancy rate and 20.9% rented dwellings. The forecast growth trend is 5.6%, driven by internal migration, while 41 development matters were recorded over 12 months. Investors should still test yield, maintenance costs and tenant demand for each property.
How is Eglinton's population changing?
The wider area has a 5.6% annual growth trend driven by internal migration and is classified as Rejuvenating. The young share has increased by 11.3 percentage points, while the senior share has fallen by 10.0 points. These shifts indicate a younger household profile and changing demand for family housing.
What development is happening in Eglinton?
There were 41 development matters recorded over 12 months, including a swimming pool, dwelling alterations, balconies, decks, patios, terraces, verandahs and a carport. The examples point mainly to household upgrades and additions rather than a clearly defined apartment pipeline, so buyers should review proposals near a specific address.
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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