Sylvania - Taren Point

An assessment of population growth drivers in Sylvania - Taren Point reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Sylvania - Taren Point's population is around 16,558 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 128 people (0.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,430 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 16,532 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 67 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 2,732 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Regarding demographic trends, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected, with the area expected to grow by 1,520 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 9.0% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Sylvania - Taren Point recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Sylvania - Taren Point has recorded around 88 residential properties granted approval per year, totalling 440 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 40 approvals have been recorded. With population declining over recent years, new supply has likely been keeping up with demand, offering good choice to buyers, while new homes are being built at an average value of $632,000, revealing that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Additionally, $86.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, demonstrating high levels of local commercial activity.

When measured against Greater Sydney, Sylvania - Taren Point records about three-quarters of the building activity per person and places within the 61st percentile of areas assessed nationally. New building activity consists of 19.0% standalone homes and 81.0% townhouses or apartments. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This represents a considerable change from the current housing mix (currently 64.0% houses), reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. The location has approximately 242 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market.

Looking ahead, Sylvania - Taren Point is expected to grow by 1,494 residents through to 2041 (based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Sylvania - Taren Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total 12 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Florida Street Affordable Housing, 117-131 Taren Point Road Specialised Retail Development, Southgate Shopping Centre Expansion, and Frank Vickery Village Renewal, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The employment landscape in Sylvania - Taren Point shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Sylvania - Taren Point possesses a well-educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of only 3.5%, and relative employment stability over the past year. As of December 2025, 8,151 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.7% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation lags significantly (60.0% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%). Based on Census responses, a high 39.6% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in construction, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 9.3% versus the regional average of 11.5%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, during the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.5% and the labour force increased by 0.6%, resulting in unemployment rising by 0.1 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with unemployment rising marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Sylvania - Taren Point. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Sylvania - Taren Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

The Sylvania - Taren Point SA2's income level is extremely high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Sylvania - Taren Point SA2's median income among taxpayers is $60,463 and the average income stands at $95,149, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $65,820 (median) and $103,579 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Sylvania - Taren Point cluster around the 63rd percentile nationally. Distribution data shows the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 27.8% of residents (4,603 people), mirroring regional levels where 30.9% occupy this bracket. Sylvania - Taren Point demonstrates considerable affluence with 32.7% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 16.9% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 65th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Sylvania - Taren Point displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure within Sylvania - Taren Point, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 63.5% houses and 36.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Sylvania - Taren Point was well beyond that of Sydney metro, at 44.6%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (36.2%) or rented (19.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Sydney metro average at $2,817, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $550, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Sylvania - Taren Point's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Sylvania - Taren Point has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 75.5% of all households, comprising 36.8% couples with children, 27.8% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 24.5%, with lone person households at 22.9% and group households comprising 1.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.6 people is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Sylvania - Taren Point exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Sylvania - Taren Point trail regional benchmarks, with 28.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 20.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 34.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (13.3%) and certificates (21.4%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.5% of residents aged 15+ currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.3% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 4.8% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport analysis reveals 97 active transport stops operating within Sylvania - Taren Point, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 31 individual routes, collectively providing 1,488 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 155 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 89%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. A high 39.6% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 212 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

Sylvania - Taren Point's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Sylvania - Taren Point, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population and near the national average across older, at-risk cohorts. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 69% of the total population (11,375 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 9.3% and 5.6% of residents, respectively, while 69.7% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 27.7% of residents aged 65 and over (4,584 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, though ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Sylvania - Taren Point was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Sylvania - Taren Point is more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 27.0% of its population born overseas and 29.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Sylvania - Taren Point is Christianity, which makes up 69.0% of the population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Sylvania - Taren Point are English, comprising 21.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.1% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.1% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is overrepresented at 9.0% in Sylvania - Taren Point (vs 1.9% regionally), Macedonian at 2.3% (vs 0.4%), and Lebanese at 2.1% (vs 2.6%).

Sylvania - Taren Point hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The 46-year median age in Sylvania - Taren Point is notably higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and similarly well above the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, the 75 - 84 cohort is notably over-represented (11.1% locally), while 25 - 34 year-olds are under-represented (8.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 10.9% to 12.4% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 10.0% to 11.1%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 11.8% to 10.6%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Sylvania - Taren Point. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 786 people (76%) from 1,034 to 1,821. The aging population dynamic is clear, with those 65+ comprising 84% of projected growth. Conversely, the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.