Kingswood
A renter-majority suburb, Kingswood has 56.2% of households renting, compared with 25.5% holding a mortgage and 17.6% owning outright. Its 10,633 residents have a median age of 34, six years below the national comparison, while 32.3% were born overseas, 10.7 percentage points above the national figure. The western Sydney setting sits near Penrith and Werrington, with density of 1,938.2 residents per square kilometre across 5.49 square kilometres. This younger, mobile profile makes tenure and affordability central, particularly as household income sits at the 40.0 percentile.
Population
10,633
Median Age
34.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,397/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
76
For buyers, Kingswood's appeal is shaped by dwelling choice and cash flow rather than a single price measure. Separate houses account for 44.8%, semi-detached homes 35.1% and apartments 20.1%, allowing buyers to compare space, maintenance and density trade-offs within the suburb. The 29.0% mortgage-to-income ratio is higher than the 25.4% rent-to-income ratio, reflecting the heavier commitment of ownership. Three-bedroom homes lead at 45.9%, followed by two-bedroom dwellings at 27.8%. Compared with a low-density owner market, Kingswood provides more varied housing, but its 40.0-percentile household income calls for careful borrowing limits.
For Buyers
For buyers, Kingswood's appeal is shaped by dwelling choice and cash flow rather than a single price measure. Separate houses account for 44.8%, semi-detached homes 35.1% and apartments 20.1%, allowing buyers to compare space, maintenance and density trade-offs within the suburb. The 29.0% mortgage-to-income ratio is higher than the 25.4% rent-to-income ratio, reflecting the heavier commitment of ownership. Three-bedroom homes lead at 45.9%, followed by two-bedroom dwellings at 27.8%. Compared with a low-density owner market, Kingswood provides more varied housing, but its 40.0-percentile household income calls for careful borrowing limits.
For Investors
Kingswood has a renter-majority base: 56.2% rent, more than the 25.5% mortgaged share, supporting tenant demand across three-bedroom homes at 45.9% and two-bedroom homes at 27.8%. Weekly rent is $355 and vacancy is 9.6%, so investors should stress-test turnover and leasing periods rather than assume automatic income growth. Development activity is notable, with 74 applications in 12 months, including secondary dwellings that may add both housing choice and future competition. The forecast trend is 2.41% annually, driven by internal migration, which is higher than a flat-growth setting. The 9.6% vacancy rate remains an important risk to monitor.
Development Activity
Total DAs
441
Last 12 Months
76
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
Schools in Kingswood
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Demographics
Kingswood's median age is 34, six years below the national comparison, and 32.3% of residents were born overseas, 10.7 percentage points above the national figure. University attainment is 31.0%, just 0.9 points above the national comparison, indicating a mixed education and employment base rather than a strongly graduate-heavy population. English ancestry is recorded for 2,813 people and Indian ancestry for 676, while Punjabi, Nepali and Arabic are among the leading listed languages, with 158, 119 and 82 speakers. Christianity counts 4,680 people, compared with 3,190 reporting no religion and 653 Hinduism. Average household size is 2.4, 0.1 below the national comparison, while 29.1% turnover points to a mobile population.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
44.8%
Houses
35.1%
Townhouse
20.1%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing in Kingswood is renter-oriented for an established suburb: 56.2% rent, compared with 25.5% paying a mortgage and 17.6% owning outright. The built form is mixed, with 44.8% separate houses, 35.1% semi-detached dwellings and 20.1% apartments. Three-bedroom homes lead at 45.9%, while two-bedroom homes make up 27.8%, serving both families and smaller households. Average household size is 2.4, below the national comparison by 0.1, and household income sits at the 40.0 percentile. Mortgage repayments are $1,755 monthly versus weekly rent of $355; the 29.0% mortgage-to-income ratio is higher than rent-to-income at 25.4%. Kingswood's housing is more varied than a detached-only market within the broader Penrith and Werrington urban context.
Mortgage / mo
$1,755
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $355.
$600
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $680 · units $490
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$747
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
9.6%
Unoccupied
427
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.4%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.0%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
39.8%
Couples with children
30.1%
Couples, no children
26.6%
Single parent
2,503
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare anchors Kingswood's employment base at 24.2% and 682 workers, followed by Education at 10.4% and 292, Construction at 8.4% and 237, Retail at 7.6% and 214, and Transport at 7.3% and 207. The occupational mix is broad, led by Professionals at 869, Clerical and Administrative workers at 613, and Machinery and Drivers at 542. Participation is 55.2%, full-time employment is 58.4% and unemployment is 7.5%, so labour-market engagement is mixed. SEIFA places Kingswood at IRSD decile 3, with IEO, IER and IRSAD each at decile 4. The one-decile gap suggests disadvantage is sharper than the broader education, economic-resource and overall measures, all below the highest deciles.
Unemployment
7.5%
Labour Force
4,695
Unemployed
350
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
58.4%
Part-time
28.2%
Participation
55.2%
Employed
4,345
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
31.0%
Postgraduate
9.8%
Born Overseas
32.3%
Dwellings
3,994
Transport to Work
Daily life in Kingswood is practical but car-oriented. Car drivers account for 55.7% of residents, versus 5.2% using public transport and 4.2% walking or cycling; 30.0% work from home, which can reduce commuting frequency for some households. Families have access to 3 nearby government schools across 1 secondary and 2 primary settings. Enrolment zones should be checked against the exact address because school boundaries can cross suburb lines. An IRSAD decile of 4 and an IRSD decile of 3 place Kingswood below the highest socioeconomic bands, so amenity access should be weighed alongside household budget. With 10,633 residents in 5.49 square kilometres, density is 1,938.2 people per square kilometre, supporting local services while making parking and traffic practical considerations.
Drive
55.7%
Public Transport
5.2%
Walk / Cycle
4.2%
Work from Home
30.0%
Population Forecast
+2.41%/yr
(+684 people/yr)
EstablishedKingswood's growth outlook is positive but mixed. The forecast trend is 2.41% a year, with internal migration identified as the primary driver, while population change across the wider area is 43.9% over 10 years. A separate shift measure labels the trajectory Mixed, with rent growth of 37.0% and affordability improving from 47.2% in 2011 to 44.1% in 2021. Gentrification is rated Active at score 50, although another measure records Early signs at score 23, showing that momentum is ahead of a fully transformed market. There were 74 development applications in 12 months, including secondary dwellings. Compared with a flat-growth area, 2.41% annual growth is higher, but rental pressure and redevelopment should be watched together.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+262
Net Internal / yr
+362
Gentrification Signal
Active
Net internal migration +362/yr, Strong overseas inflow +262/yr, Accelerating: 13% → 41%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Kingswood compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kingswood a good suburb to live in?
Kingswood may suit households wanting a younger, renter-oriented western Sydney setting: the median age is 34, 56.2% rent and 30.0% work from home. The trade-off is car reliance at 55.7% and household income at the 40.0 percentile, so commute and budget checks matter.
What is the median house price in Kingswood?
Check recent Kingswood sales for the current median house price because the dwelling mix is broad: 44.8% separate houses, 35.1% semi-detached homes and 20.1% apartments. A single suburb-wide figure can hide meaningful differences between dwelling types.
What schools are in Kingswood?
Kingswood has 3 nearby government schools: 1 secondary school and 2 primary schools. Confirm the catchment for the exact address, because enrolment boundaries and available places can vary between streets and intake years.
Is Kingswood safe?
No single suburb-wide crime rate supports a definitive safety call for Kingswood. Check recent NSW Police incidents around the exact address and compare nearby streets before deciding; the suburb covers 5.49 square kilometres and has 10,633 residents.
Is Kingswood good for property investment?
It can suit investors seeking renter exposure, with 56.2% renting, weekly rent of $355 and a 9.6% vacancy rate. However, 74 development applications in 12 months and a 2.41% annual growth trend mean leasing risk, supply competition and holding costs should be tested.
How is Kingswood's population changing?
Kingswood has 10,633 residents today. The wider-area outlook points to 2.41% annual growth, driven by internal migration, while 10-year population change is 43.9%. The shift is labelled Mixed, alongside 37.0% rent growth and a 2.0-point rise in senior share.
What languages are spoken in Kingswood?
Kingswood has an overseas-born share of 32.3%. Punjabi is recorded for 158 people, Nepali for 119, Arabic for 82, Malayalam for 80 and Mandarin for 71, indicating a wider language mix than the English ancestry count alone suggests.
What development is occurring in Kingswood?
There were 74 development applications in 12 months, including secondary dwellings, non-standard housing and alterations to existing homes. This activity may expand housing choice, but investors and owners should also consider possible competition from additional rental stock.
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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