Kellyville
A household income percentile of 97.4 places Kellyville above the national middle. Its 27,011 residents occupy 9.6 square kilometres at a density of 2,814.3 people per square kilometre, while the median age of 38 is 2 years below the national figure. Overseas-born residents make up 43.2%, 21.6 percentage points above the national comparison. With 88.0% separate houses and 78.8% of homes containing four or more bedrooms, Kellyville is a large-home, family-oriented mortgage-belt suburb. Compared with nearby Castle Hill and Bella Vista, its 5.85% annual growth signal and 138 development matters point to a newer, faster-changing setting. Internal migration helps explain the continuing demand.
Population
27,011
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$3,044/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
138
Kellyville suits buyers prioritising detached space over apartment living. Separate houses account for 88.0% of dwellings, while 78.8% have four or more bedrooms and only 5.2% are apartments. That configuration supports larger households, but buyers should compare land, maintenance and commuting costs carefully because 40.1% drive to work and 2.2% use public transport. The $3,000 monthly mortgage figure sits at 22.8% of household income, while the $630 weekly rent equals 20.7%. Compared with apartment-led options, Kellyville provides more family-sized stock, although large homes can require a larger upfront budget and ongoing upkeep.
For Buyers
Kellyville suits buyers prioritising detached space over apartment living. Separate houses account for 88.0% of dwellings, while 78.8% have four or more bedrooms and only 5.2% are apartments. That configuration supports larger households, but buyers should compare land, maintenance and commuting costs carefully because 40.1% drive to work and 2.2% use public transport. The $3,000 monthly mortgage figure sits at 22.8% of household income, while the $630 weekly rent equals 20.7%. Compared with apartment-led options, Kellyville provides more family-sized stock, although large homes can require a larger upfront budget and ongoing upkeep.
For Investors
Kellyville's investor case is shaped by strong growth, although tenants are not the majority: 19.3% of households rent. Weekly rent is $630 and vacancy is 4.0%, which can support leasing interest while still requiring careful property selection. The suburb recorded 138 development matters in 12 months, so investors should check street-level effects from renovations, demolitions and new dwellings. Forecast growth is 5.85% annually, driven by internal migration, and forecast rent growth is 55.8%. Compared with a mature, low-change market, this points to more development momentum but also more competition from new housing. The 88.0% separate-house share may appeal to family tenants, while the 22.8% mortgage-to-income ratio is relevant to holding-cost tests.
Development Activity
Total DAs
872
Last 12 Months
138
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-19.3%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Kellyville
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Demographics
Kellyville's median age of 38 is 2 years below the national comparison, while 54.9% of residents hold a university qualification, 24.8 points above nationally. Overseas-born residents account for 43.2%, 21.6 points above the national figure, with Chinese, Indian, English and Irish ancestry prominent. Household size averages 3.3 people, 0.8 above nationally, and couples with children represent 63.5% of families. Mandarin is the most common listed non-English language at 980 people, followed by Hindi at 479. Compared with the established Hills context around Castle Hill and Bella Vista, Kellyville is a younger, larger-household growth suburb because family formation and overseas-born diversity sit alongside high university participation. Mobility is moderate: 77.1% stayed and 22.9% moved.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
88.0%
Houses
6.8%
Townhouse
5.2%
Apartment
Tenure
Kellyville is overwhelmingly a detached-house market: 88.0% of dwellings are separate houses, 6.8% semi-detached and 5.2% apartments. The bedroom profile is equally concentrated, with 78.8% containing four or more bedrooms, compared with 14.7% with three bedrooms and 4.6% with two. Tenure is mortgage-led: 52.7% are mortgaged, 25.5% owned outright and 19.3% rented. This mix reflects a family-oriented, high-growth suburb where households buy space rather than downsize into apartments. Compared with apartment-heavy parts of the Hills, Kellyville has greater exposure to land, maintenance and borrowing costs. Mortgage payments equal 22.8% of household income and rent equals 20.7%, while 4.0% vacancy gives renters some choice.
Mortgage / mo
$3,000
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $630.
$795
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $920 · units $690
HH Size
3.3
Personal Income / wk
$1,049
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.0%
Unoccupied
334
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.8%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
63.5%
Couples with children
26.4%
Couples, no children
9.5%
Single parent
7,590
Total families
Economy & Employment
Kellyville's economic base is led by healthcare at 15.1% of employment, followed by professional and technology work at 13.5%, education at 10.7%, finance at 10.1% and construction at 8.0%. The occupation mix reinforces this profile: professionals number 4,528 and managers 2,622, ahead of clerical/admin at 2,071, trades at 1,216 and sales at 1,157. Participation is 68.5%, unemployment 4.1% and full-time employment 63.0%. A household income percentile of 97.4 and IEO, IER, IRSD and IRSAD deciles of 10 place Kellyville above the national socioeconomic middle. Compared with lower-income outer-suburban markets, this profile helps explain demand for larger homes and professional services.
Unemployment
4.1%
Labour Force
14,496
Unemployed
597
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
63.0%
Part-time
27.3%
Participation
68.5%
Employed
13,899
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
54.9%
Postgraduate
17.5%
Born Overseas
43.2%
Dwellings
8,074
Transport to Work
Kellyville is practical for households that rely on cars or work from home. Car drivers account for 40.1% of commuters, public transport 2.2%, walking or cycling 0.4% and working from home 54.4%, so daily convenience depends heavily on trip patterns and location. Four local schools provide a government-sector mix of two primary schools, one secondary school and one school for specific purposes. Check enrolment zones against the exact address, since boundaries can cut across the suburb. An IRSAD decile of 10 places Kellyville above the national socioeconomic middle, while 13.8% volunteering and 3.7% needing assistance add social context. Compared with transit-oriented areas, it is less naturally suited to car-free routines. Check current incident maps and police updates for safety decisions rather than relying on socioeconomic standing.
Drive
40.1%
Public Transport
2.2%
Walk / Cycle
0.4%
Work from Home
54.4%
Population Forecast
+5.85%/yr
(+1,308 people/yr)
High GrowthKellyville sits in a high-growth cycle. The forecast annual trend is 5.85%, with internal migration identified as the primary driver, while the wider area's population change is 904.7% over ten years. Its trajectory is labelled Rejuvenating: the young share is up 3.2 percentage points and the senior share is down 2.5 points. Rent growth of 55.8% and an affordability trend labelled Improving, moving from 52.2 in 2011 to 49.5 in 2021, add to the pressure for well-located housing. Gentrification is not the main story: the score is 0 and the stage is New development. Compared with mature, slower-growth suburbs, Kellyville's momentum is more closely tied to incoming households and continued development than to renovation-led change.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+205
Net Internal / yr
+804
Gentrification Signal
New development
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Kellyville compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kellyville a good suburb to live in?
Kellyville suits households wanting space, schools and a high-income setting. Separate houses make up 88.0%, four-plus-bedroom homes 78.8%, and the median age is 38. Car dependence is notable, with 40.1% driving to work versus 2.2% using public transport, so the suburb is better suited to residents comfortable with driving.
What is the median house price in Kellyville?
No current median house price is stated here. Recent local sales should be checked by dwelling type because 88.0% of homes are separate houses and 78.8% have four or more bedrooms. A suburb-wide figure may hide differences between established streets, newer estates, land size and renovation quality.
What schools are in Kellyville?
Kellyville has 4 local schools: Kellyville High School, Kellyville Public School, Sherwood Ridge Public School and Tallowood School. The mix includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 1 school for specific purposes, all in the government sector. Check the exact enrolment zone for any address before purchasing or renting.
Is Kellyville safe?
Kellyville's safety should be assessed using current incident maps and police updates because no suburb-level crime rate is stated. An IRSAD decile of 10 describes socioeconomic advantage, not personal safety. Check recent incidents around the exact street and compare conditions at different times of day before deciding.
Is Kellyville good for property investment?
Kellyville can suit investors seeking a family-house market with growth exposure. Weekly rent is $630, vacancy is 4.0%, and 19.3% of households rent. There were 138 development matters in 12 months, while forecast growth is 5.85% annually and driven by internal migration. Assess holding costs, competition from new housing and local dwelling quality carefully.
How is Kellyville's population changing?
Kellyville has 27,011 residents and a forecast trajectory labelled Rejuvenating. Annual growth is forecast at 5.85%, driven by internal migration, while population change across the wider area is 904.7% over ten years. The young share has risen 3.2 percentage points and the senior share has fallen 2.5 points, consistent with a younger growth profile.
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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