Kingsford

NSW 2032 • Greater Sydney

13,492
Population (2021)
$43,940
Median Income
1.99 km²
Area
27m
Elevation
University AdjacentMulticulturalLight RailEastern Suburbs

About Kingsford

Kingsford is a diverse suburb between the CBD and the eastern beaches, where over 13,000 residents enjoy excellent transport and proximity to UNSW. Anzac Parade provides direct bus connections, and the new light rail has transformed accessibility. The student population from nearby UNSW adds youthful energy.

The shopping strip along Anzac Parade features diverse dining—Chinese, Vietnamese, Lebanese, and more—reflecting the suburb's multicultural character. The position between city and beach makes it genuinely convenient. Kingsford attracts students, young professionals, and multicultural families seeking affordable eastern suburbs living. It's the accessible eastern suburbs—diverse and well-connected.

Kingsford falls under postcode 2032 and is governed by Randwick Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maroubra electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2032
Urban Area
Randwick
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.93°, 151.23°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.99 km²
Elevation
27m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$475
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
15,482
Census 2021
13,492
12.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,908
Income 2021
$43,940
76.4% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,265
Born Overseas 6,650

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 1,124
  • 2. Indonesia 575
  • 3. India 382
  • 4. England 372
  • 5. Malaysia 338
  • 6. Greece 326
  • 7. Philippines 243
  • 8. New Zealand 216
  • 9. Hong Kong 206
  • 10. Ireland 152
  • 11. Thailand 137
  • 12. Vietnam 129
  • 13. South Africa 116
  • 14. Brazil 105
  • 15. Italy 99

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 2,812
English 2,357
Australian 2,253
Irish 1,223
Greek 1,188
Scottish 657
Italian 483
Indian 416
Filipino 316
German 299

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,978
Both parents born in Australia
8,300
Both parents born overseas
1,580
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.3%
No Religion
35.2%
Buddhism
4.6%
Islam
3.5%
Judaism
3.4%
Hinduism
3.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
582 (4.3%)
5-14 years
1,271 (9.4%)
15-19 years
681 (5.0%)
20-24 years
1,666 (12.3%)
25-34 years
2,779 (20.6%)
35-44 years
1,830 (13.6%)
45-54 years
1,565 (11.6%)
55-64 years
1,260 (9.3%)
65-74 years
943 (7.0%)
75-84 years
601 (4.5%)
85+ years
322 (2.4%)

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