Hamlyn Terrace
Family-sized housing is the defining feature of Hamlyn Terrace, where 71.0% of homes have four or more bedrooms. The suburb has 8,761 residents and a median age of 36, four years below the national average, creating a relatively young family profile. Household income sits at the 73rd percentile nationally, while 91.3% of dwellings are separate houses. For buyers comparing Hamlyn Terrace with nearby Warnervale or Woongarrah, the main choice is a detached, car-oriented setting with larger homes rather than a more compact housing format.
Population
8,761
Median Age
36.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,941/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
54
Hamlyn Terrace suits buyers prioritising space, with 91.3% of dwellings being separate houses and 71.0% containing four or more bedrooms. The typical mortgage payment is $2,167 per month, while weekly rent is $490, giving buyers a useful comparison between ownership and leasing costs. Mortgage payments represent 25.8% of household income, below the 30% stress threshold, and rent represents 25.2%, also below that benchmark. Housing is more likely to provide family-scale floorplans than apartment-style options, because apartments account for only 0.2% of dwellings.
For Buyers
Hamlyn Terrace suits buyers prioritising space, with 91.3% of dwellings being separate houses and 71.0% containing four or more bedrooms. The typical mortgage payment is $2,167 per month, while weekly rent is $490, giving buyers a useful comparison between ownership and leasing costs. Mortgage payments represent 25.8% of household income, below the 30% stress threshold, and rent represents 25.2%, also below that benchmark. Housing is more likely to provide family-scale floorplans than apartment-style options, because apartments account for only 0.2% of dwellings.
For Investors
Hamlyn Terrace has a substantial rental base, with 33.0% of households renting and weekly rent recorded at $490. A 4.2% vacancy rate indicates more available stock than a tightly constrained market, so investors need to compete on condition, location and practical family features. Development activity reached 57 applications in 12 months, which may add choice and place pressure on older properties to remain well presented. The 91.3% detached-house share is much higher than the 0.2% apartment share, making the suburb more suited to family rental demand than to investors targeting high-density formats.
Development Activity
Total DAs
321
Last 12 Months
54
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-6.9%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Hamlyn Terrace
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Demographics
Hamlyn Terrace has a median age of 36, which is four years below the national average, and its university-educated share is 22.5%, or 7.6 percentage points below the national figure. Overseas-born residents account for 19.6%, two percentage points below the national comparison, while average household size is 2.9 people, 0.4 above the national level. Couples with children make up 47.3% of families, compared with 32.5% of couples without children, helping explain the strong demand for larger homes. English ancestry is recorded for 3,300 residents, alongside Scottish ancestry at 776 and Irish ancestry at 766.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
91.3%
Houses
8.4%
Townhouse
0.2%
Apartment
Tenure
Hamlyn Terrace is strongly detached, with separate houses representing 91.3% of dwellings, semi-detached homes 8.4% and apartments just 0.2%. Tenure is split between 38.8% paying a mortgage, 25.5% owning outright and 33.0% renting. The 71.0% share of four-plus-bedroom homes is higher than the combined 28.3% share of two- and three-bedroom dwellings, giving the suburb a clear family-housing profile. Mortgage costs average $2,167 monthly and mortgage payments equal 25.8% of household income, while rent is $490 weekly and equals 25.2%, both below common stress thresholds.
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $490.
$675
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $700 · units $480
HH Size
2.9
Personal Income / wk
$786
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.2%
Unoccupied
124
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.2%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.8%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
47.3%
Couples with children
32.5%
Couples, no children
19.2%
Single parent
2,372
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Hamlyn Terrace's dominant industry at 29.9%, representing 778 workers, a much higher share than construction at 9.0% and 234 workers. Education contributes 8.2% with 213 workers, followed by retail at 7.8% and public administration at 7.4%. The occupational mix includes 723 professionals, 635 community and personal service workers, 543 trades workers and 504 clerical and administrative workers. Household income is $1,941 weekly, ranking at the 73rd percentile, while unemployment is 4.4%, participation is 61.2% and full-time employment is 55.8%. This combination reflects a service-led economy with both professional and practical trade employment.
Unemployment
4.4%
Labour Force
4,152
Unemployed
181
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
55.8%
Part-time
31.6%
Participation
61.2%
Employed
3,971
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
22.5%
Postgraduate
4.4%
Born Overseas
19.6%
Dwellings
2,831
Transport to Work
Daily life in Hamlyn Terrace is highly car dependent: 67.9% of residents travel as car drivers, compared with only 1.0% using public transport, while 25.4% work from home. That pattern can make school runs and regional commuting practical by car but leaves fewer alternatives for households without one. Warnervale Public School provides a nearby government primary option, and families should check enrolment zones against the exact address because boundaries can cross suburb lines. With 2.9 people per household and 71.0% of homes containing four or more bedrooms, the housing format aligns more closely with family living than with compact, low-maintenance occupancy.
Drive
67.9%
Public Transport
1.0%
Walk / Cycle
0.8%
Work from Home
25.4%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Hamlyn Terrace compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hamlyn Terrace a good suburb to live in?
Hamlyn Terrace can suit households seeking larger detached homes, with 91.3% of dwellings being separate houses and 71.0% containing four or more bedrooms. Its median age is 36 and average household size is 2.9, supporting a family-oriented feel. Car access matters because 67.9% drive to work, compared with 1.0% using public transport.
What is the median house price in Hamlyn Terrace?
No current median house price is stated. Buyers should check recent settled sales and compare properties by land size, bedroom count and renovation level. Housing is predominantly detached, with 91.3% separate houses and 71.0% of homes containing four or more bedrooms, so like-for-like comparisons are more useful than applying an apartment benchmark.
What schools are in Hamlyn Terrace?
Warnervale Public School is a nearby government primary school option. Families should confirm the exact enrolment zone before signing a contract, because school boundaries can differ from suburb boundaries. The suburb's family profile is reflected in 47.3% of families being couples with children and 71.0% of dwellings having four or more bedrooms.
Is Hamlyn Terrace safe?
A suburb-level crime rate is not stated, so Hamlyn Terrace should not be given a definitive safe or unsafe label from the available information. Check recent police and council updates for the exact street, along with lighting and walking routes. Car use is 67.9% while public transport use is 1.0%, so local travel patterns may also shape residents' sense of convenience and security.
Is Hamlyn Terrace good for property investment?
Hamlyn Terrace has a meaningful rental market, with 33.0% of households renting and weekly rent at $490. The vacancy rate is 4.2%, so investors should allow for competition between available properties. Detached homes represent 91.3% of stock, and 57 development applications were recorded over 12 months, making tenant appeal, property condition and future supply important considerations.
How is Hamlyn Terrace's population changing?
Hamlyn Terrace currently has 8,761 residents, with 57 development applications recorded over the past 12 months. Household turnover is 27.9%, while 72.1% stayed at the same address, indicating a settled base alongside ongoing construction. The 1,680 people per square kilometre density and 5.21 square kilometre area mean additional housing can change local capacity without removing the suburb's detached-home focus.
What development is occurring in Hamlyn Terrace?
Development activity includes 57 applications over 12 months, with examples involving new dwelling structures, earthworks, retaining walls and swimming pools. This points to continued residential investment rather than a single project type. Because 91.3% of homes are separate houses and 71.0% have four or more bedrooms, buyers and investors should check whether each proposal adds new dwellings or improves an existing family property.
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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