Wentworth Point
At 22,134.5 residents per square kilometre, Wentworth Point is one of Sydney's most concentrated apartment precincts, with 12,703 residents in just 0.57 square kilometres. Its median age of 32 is 8 years below the national figure, while university attainment at 65.5% sits 35.4 percentage points above national levels. Overseas-born residents account for 63.9%, helping explain the strong Mandarin and Korean presence and the suburb's overseas-migration-led growth. Compared with nearby Rhodes, Wentworth Point has a particularly compact, high-rise profile, with 99.8% of dwellings apartments and 59.7% rented. The trade-off is a mobile population and a 13.0% vacancy rate, which can widen choice but soften community stability.
Population
12,703
Median Age
32.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,035/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
18
For buyers, Wentworth Point suits people prioritising apartment convenience and a compact precinct over detached-yard space. Apartments make up 99.8% of dwellings, while 56.2% have 2 bedrooms and 34.1% have 0 or 1 bedroom, so couples and singles have far more choice than larger families. The reported mortgage figure is $2,251 monthly, compared with rent of $500 weekly, and mortgage repayments equal 25.5% of household income versus 24.6% for rent. Affordability moved from 42.7 in 2011 to 44.3 in 2021, suggesting a Stable trend. Buyers should compare strata levies, defect history, parking and outlook building by building, especially against larger-home markets such as Concord.
For Buyers
For buyers, Wentworth Point suits people prioritising apartment convenience and a compact precinct over detached-yard space. Apartments make up 99.8% of dwellings, while 56.2% have 2 bedrooms and 34.1% have 0 or 1 bedroom, so couples and singles have far more choice than larger families. The reported mortgage figure is $2,251 monthly, compared with rent of $500 weekly, and mortgage repayments equal 25.5% of household income versus 24.6% for rent. Affordability moved from 42.7 in 2011 to 44.3 in 2021, suggesting a Stable trend. Buyers should compare strata levies, defect history, parking and outlook building by building, especially against larger-home markets such as Concord.
For Investors
Investor conditions are shaped by a renter-majority, apartment-heavy market rather than detached housing. Renting accounts for 59.7% of occupied dwellings, the weekly rent is $500 and vacancy is 13.0%, a level that is high compared with a tightly supplied market and may require sharper pricing or better presentation between tenants. Rent growth across the wider forecast area is 6.2%, which supports income momentum, but high vacancy can delay leasing. There were 18 development matters in the past 12 months, so investors should assess competing stock, views, parking and body-corporate costs before assuming scarcity. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver, which can support rental demand because new arrivals often enter the rental sector first.
Development Activity
Total DAs
88
Last 12 Months
18
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+12.5%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Wentworth Point
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Demographics
With a median age of 32, Wentworth Point is 8 years younger than the national profile. The overseas-born share is 63.9%, 42.3 percentage points above the national figure, and 65.5% of residents have university qualifications, 35.4 points above national levels. Chinese ancestry counts 4,018 people and Korean ancestry 1,328, while Mandarin is spoken by 1,323 residents and Korean by 564. The average household size is 2.1, or 0.4 below national levels, and couples without children represent 55.4% of families. This helps explain demand for 0 to 2-bedroom apartments and the suburb's 40.8% turnover rate. Compared with nearby Rhodes, Wentworth Point's compact apartment setting makes these age and household patterns especially visible.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
0.0%
Houses
0.2%
Townhouse
99.8%
Apartment
Tenure
Wentworth Point is an almost entirely apartment-based tenure market: 99.8% of dwellings are apartments and 0.2% are semi-detached. Renting at 59.7% is much higher than outright ownership at 7.9%, while 31.6% hold a mortgage. The bedroom mix is concentrated in 2-bedroom homes at 56.2%, followed by 0 or 1 bedroom at 34.1%; only 9.5% have 3 bedrooms and 0.2% have 4 or more. This composition suits smaller households averaging 2.1 people, but it limits family-sized choice compared with low-density suburbs such as Concord. Household income sits at the 76.1 percentile, while rent absorbs 24.6% and mortgage payments 25.5%, so tenure costs are material but not flagged as stress.
Mortgage / mo
$2,251
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $500.
$808
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $1,010 · units $805
HH Size
2.1
Personal Income / wk
$1,196
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
13.0%
Unoccupied
876
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.6%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.5%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
33.1%
Couples with children
55.4%
Couples, no children
9.7%
Single parent
3,712
Total families
Economy & Employment
Wentworth Point's employment base leans toward professional services: Professional/Tech accounts for 16.2% of workers, Healthcare 11.5%, Finance 10.5%, Education 8.3% and Retail 7.6%. Occupations reinforce this mix, with 2,899 professionals and 1,286 managers. Participation is 72.7%, full-time work 66.3% and unemployment 5.6%, while household income sits at the 76.1 percentile. SEIFA is uneven: IEO decile 10 and IRSAD decile 9 are above most suburbs, IRSD is decile 8, but IER is decile 2. That spread points to strong occupational advantage alongside less even economic resources, consistent with 59.7% renting. Compared with lower-decile western Sydney areas, the professional base is stronger, but household security still varies.
Unemployment
5.6%
Labour Force
7,918
Unemployed
446
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
66.3%
Part-time
21.1%
Participation
72.7%
Employed
7,472
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
65.5%
Postgraduate
25.5%
Born Overseas
63.9%
Dwellings
5,807
Transport to Work
Daily life is highly urban and compact: 12,703 residents occupy 0.57 square kilometres, producing density of 22,134.5 people per square kilometre. Almost all homes are apartments at 99.8%, and 61.6% of residents work from home, so building facilities, internet quality and nearby services matter more than private yards. Travel shares include 30.4% driving and 3.3% using public transport, while 2.6% walked or cycled; these figures make address-level checks of routes and connections worthwhile. Two local government schools cover primary and secondary years. Check enrolment zones against the exact address, since they can cross suburb boundaries. With IRSAD in decile 9 and IRSD in decile 8, socioeconomic advantage ranks above the national midpoint. For safety, review current NSW Police incident information and visit streets, foyers and transport routes at different times.
Drive
30.4%
Public Transport
3.3%
Walk / Cycle
2.6%
Work from Home
61.6%
Population Forecast
+5.56%/yr
(+1,382 people/yr)
High GrowthWentworth Point is on a high-growth trajectory, with annual trend growth of 5.56% and overseas migration as the primary driver. Across the wider area, population change over 10 years is 621.8%, reinforcing expansion rather than a settled low-turnover pattern. The shift trajectory is Mixed: rent growth is 6.2%, the young share has risen 2.0 points and the senior share has fallen 0.1 points. Gentrification is not the current story, with a score of 0 and a New development stage, while affordability is Stable at 44.3 in 2021 versus 42.7 in 2011. Growth is therefore tied to apartment supply and migration demand, with an annual rate above 5% keeping infrastructure and competition from new stock in focus.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+418
Net Internal / yr
+226
Gentrification Signal
New development
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Wentworth Point compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wentworth Point a good suburb to live in?
Yes, if you want a young, high-density apartment lifestyle. The suburb has 12,703 residents, a median age of 32 and 99.8% apartments, with 61.6% working from home. It is less suitable if you need a backyard, large floorplan or low turnover, because 59.7% rent and the vacancy rate is 13.0%.
What is the median house price in Wentworth Point?
Wentworth Point does not have a useful detached-house market benchmark because 99.8% of dwellings are apartments and only 0.2% are semi-detached. For a purchase comparison, use recent unit sales matched by building, bedroom count and outlook rather than applying a house median across the suburb.
What schools are in Wentworth Point?
Two government schools serve the suburb's listed primary and secondary needs: Wentworth Point Public School and Wentworth Point High School. School choice should be checked against the exact address because enrolment zones can cross boundaries, and the local housing mix is 99.8% apartments with 56.2% two-bedroom dwellings.
Is Wentworth Point safe?
Safety is best judged at the building and street level: inspect entrances, parking and routes at different times and check current NSW Police incident information. Wentworth Point has 12,703 residents across 0.57 square kilometres, so conditions can vary between towers, shared facilities and public spaces.
Is Wentworth Point good for property investment?
It can suit investors seeking a renter-led apartment market, but vacancy risk needs attention. Renters comprise 59.7%, weekly rent is $500 and vacancy is 13.0%, while rent growth is 6.2%. Eighteen development matters in 12 months may add competing stock, so compare body-corporate costs, parking, views and leasing time before buying.
How is Wentworth Point's population changing?
Population is changing quickly. Wentworth Point has 12,703 residents today, the annual growth trend is 5.56% and overseas migration is the primary driver. Across the wider area, population change over 10 years is 621.8%, while the young share rose 2.0 percentage points. The shift trajectory is Mixed, so growth is strong but not uniform in character.
What languages are spoken in Wentworth Point?
Yes, the suburb is migrant-majority, with 63.9% born overseas. Mandarin is spoken by 1,323 residents, Korean by 564, Cantonese by 316, Arabic by 233 and Persian by 145. Chinese ancestry counts 4,018 people and Korean ancestry 1,328, so language services and culturally familiar retail are relevant to daily life.
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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