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Broulee - Tomakin has an estimated 3,996 residents, up 5.4% since the 2021 Census, with 62 projects tracked in the area around Broulee - Tomakin.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Broulee - Tomakin Statistical Area (Lv2), located 113 kilometres east-southeast from Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of 3,996 as of Aug 2026. This represents growth of 204 people (5.4%) since the 2021 Census population of 3,792. The change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 3,951 as of June 2025 and 89 validated new addresses since the Census date. AreaSearch describes strong population expansion and sales volumes that are significantly above average relative to population.
The area's profile includes strong outright home ownership, a notable construction employment base, elevated healthcare employment and a marked education employment presence. Its population includes a high proportion of mature and retirement aged Australians, including pronounced representation of people aged 65 to 74 and a substantial proportion aged 85 and over, and many couples without children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,637 in 2001 and 3,951 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,996 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 17.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 28.4%.
Broulee - Tomakin ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for population growth and the 85th for sales activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Broulee - Tomakin is $628 a week, up 7.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 8% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.3%.
8% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $391 in 2017, $668 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $281 in 2017, $439 in 2025. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Imlay Street, Broulee NSW 2537 | $1,735,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 63 Candlagan Drive, Broulee NSW 2537 | $1,300,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Baker Street, Broulee NSW 2537 | $1,200,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/4 Sunpatch Parade, Tomakin NSW 2537 | $640,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 11 Connells Close, Mossy Point NSW 2537 | $1,025,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/66 Smith Street, Broulee NSW 2537 | $699,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 14 Caitlin Crescent, Broulee NSW 2537 | $1,275,000 | 24 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Barton Parade, Tomakin NSW 2537 | $890,000 | 21 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 20/61 Sunpatch Parade, Tomakin NSW 2537 | $550,000 | 21 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 43 Oceanview Way, Tomakin NSW 2537 | $1,720,000 | 7 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 4 Mar 2026 (the latest settled 25 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $997,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $628 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.18m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $778k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $997,500 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 4 Mar 2026 to 25 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, South Coast | $527 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, South Coast, over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Capital Region | $561 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Capital Region, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 95 tracked applications: 26 approved, 18 under assessment, 51 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 62 projects in and around Broulee - Tomakin, 21 of them under construction.
Proposed masterplanned residential and conservation community spanning approximately 235 hectares near Rosedale on the NSW South Coast.
DA-approved 21-lot residential subdivision on a 52,684 sqm englobo site at Malua Bay on the NSW South Coast.
A state significant seniors housing development by IRT Group on vacant land at 11 Spencer Street, Moruya.
A proposed bypass of the Moruya town centre to improve traffic flow, safety and resilience on the Princes Highway.
A new Level 4 regional hospital that will provide more services than the Moruya and Batemans Bay hospitals combined.
Construction of a four-legged roundabout on the Princes Highway south of Moruya to improve traffic safety, flow, and access to future…
This project will deliver infrastructure to support up to 1,000 new homes in Moruya.
Redevelopment of the former Batemans Bay Hotel site into a four-storey mixed-use hospitality complex featuring a 71-room Accor Sebel hotel…
Construction of a new purpose-built community health centre on the existing Batemans Bay Hospital site.
Redevelopment of the former waterfront motel site into a multi-storey residential apartment complex comprising 34 premium units.
Development consent granted for a mixed-use tourist and residential development across two buildings of four and five storeys.
Transport for NSW coastal dredging campaign removing approximately 30,000 cubic metres of marine sand from the Clyde River navigation…
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Estimated completion year of the 31 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 9, 2027 8, 2028 0, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 3, 2033 2, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 20 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 95 substantial development applications lodged in and around Broulee - Tomakin over the past 5 years, 75 in the last 12 months; 18 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 8, 2023 2, 2024 3, 2025 5, 2026 (to Oct) 74.
Key application 65-69 Heath Street, Broulee Aged Care | $3.6m | 1 dwelling | 1 storey
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 95 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 75 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 74th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 26 | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 26 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 18 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 include: IRT Moruya Community-Integrated Seniors Housing (Dev. Application); Future Rosedale (Construction); and Moruya Bypass (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics.
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates targeted investment in infrastructure improvements that will benefit the local area.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 21st percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Broulee - Tomakin when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 area has seen 42 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Broulee - Tomakin SA2's current population of 3,996 has been supported by 26 approvals on average over recent years.
The Broulee - Tomakin SA2 has seen 6.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 199 people in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Broulee - Tomakin SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 26, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 has grown by approximately 264 people, while 129 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Broulee - Tomakin lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,996 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +5.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 165 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,792 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 204 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 24.23 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 was estimated to be approximately 3,996 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,951 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The broulee - tomakin sa2 has added approximately 204 people and shown a 5.38% increase from the 3,792 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is estimated at 165 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.9% per annum.
Population growth in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (77.1%), Overseas migration (22.9%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 77.1% of overall population gains.
Broulee - Tomakin ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 52 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 94th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 32.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 17.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 43.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 52 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 17.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 at 52 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 52 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 52 years as at August 2026, Broulee - Tomakin is 9 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 14 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 17.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.3% vs 2.9%) and 65-74 year-olds (17.6% vs 12.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (7.3% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.7% of the population in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 32.2% of the population in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $56,089 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 37th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $69,314 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,378 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $738 | 2021 Census, weekly | 36th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,761 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 26.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is approximately $59,667. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $56,089.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is approximately $73,736. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $69,314.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is approximately $59,667 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $56,089 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is approximately $73,736 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,314 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Broulee - Tomakin SA2's households (~28.4% / 430 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 28.4% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is $1,378/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is $1,761/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is $738/wk.
The Broulee - Tomakin SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $56,089 and an average of $69,314 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is just below the national average, contrasting with Regional NSW's median income of $55,733 and average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $59,667 (median) and $73,736 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is $5,178 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The broulee - tomakin sa2's disposable income is $5,178 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Broulee - Tomakin exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 51.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,688 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,627 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,732 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 has approximately 1,688 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 stands at 2.5%, which is 1.6 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.5% of employment), construction (16.4%), and education & training (12.8%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is 51.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The broulee - tomakin sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 16.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The broulee - tomakin sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.2% growth, ranking 17th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Broulee - Tomakin sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 28.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
28.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
33.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The broulee - tomakin sa2 ranks in the 53th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 are: Certificate (26.6%), Bachelor Degree (19.3%), Advanced Diploma (11.6%).
25.3% of the population in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.4% in primary school, 8.0% in secondary school, 3.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is 1016, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the Broulee - Tomakin SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,636 students.
The broulee - tomakin sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Broulee - Tomakin features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 22.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.5% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,514 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,595 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 68.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 had 1,514 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 5.4% to an estimated 1,595 households today.
The average household size in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 68.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (29.2%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,039 family households, couples with children account for 22.7% of all households, couples without children at home 35.5%, and single parent families 9.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.9% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 29.2% of all households in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Broulee - Tomakin is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.7% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
Broulee - Tomakin was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.0% of its population born in Australia, 92.7% being citizens, and 97.2% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Broulee - Tomakin, at 47.8% of people, although more residents (50.8%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Broulee - Tomakin are English, comprising 32.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 12.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 1.7% of Broulee - Tomakin (vs 1.0% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.8% (vs 8.0%) and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).
13.0% of the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.8% of the population in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
2.9% of the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.7% of the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Broulee - Tomakin is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 52.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 80.9% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 27.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $360 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 85th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Broulee - Tomakin SA2, 52.2% of homes are owned outright, 27.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 20.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 80.9% of dwellings in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 are houses.
In the Broulee - Tomakin SA2, 2.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 stands at 52.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is $793, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Broulee - Tomakin SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 29.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 29.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 26.1% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 consists of 80.9% detached houses, 11.9% semi-detached dwellings, 2.4% apartments, and 4.8% other dwelling types.
Housing in Broulee - Tomakin consumes approximately 13.3% of median household income ($5,967 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Broulee - Tomakin show attached dwellings contributing 14% of approvals compared to 19% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 86% of applications versus 81% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Broulee - Tomakin is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 41st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 60.9% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.3% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
Around 52.0% of people in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Broulee - Tomakin SA2, 6.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
7.1% of people in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.7% of the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.3% of people in the Broulee - Tomakin SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Broulee - Tomakin SA2, 52.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 49 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 49th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 93 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 327 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 43 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 30 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 15.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 93 public transport stops within the Broulee - Tomakin SA2.
The Broulee - Tomakin SA2 has 327 weekly trips across 30 routes, averaging 46 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 172 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest supermarket is 939 m away and the nearest school 1.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 93 stops nearby, 327 weekly trips, access rating 49 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 46 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 46th percentile nationally |
| Nearest supermarket | 939 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 10.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 11.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 11.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 14.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 14.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 14.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Broulee - Tomakin when compared nationally.
Broulee - Tomakin has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Broulee - Tomakin's resilient property market has recorded 105 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 90% residential and 10% vacant land transactions.
Broulee - Tomakin lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Broulee - Tomakin ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Employment performance in Broulee - Tomakin exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
Educational attainment in Broulee - Tomakin sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Broulee - Tomakin features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
Broulee - Tomakin is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Broulee - Tomakin is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Broulee - Tomakin is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Broulee - Tomakin has an estimated 3,996 residents, up 5.4% since the 2021 Census, with 62 projects tracked in the area around Broulee - Tomakin.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Broulee - Tomakin.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (101041021). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Broulee - Tomakin from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Broulee - Tomakin with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
