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Sylvania - Taren Point has an estimated 16,682 residents, up 1.5% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Sylvania - Taren Point.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 19 kilometres south-southwest from Sydney CBD, the Sylvania - Taren Point Statistical Area (Lv2) is a scenic coastal community defined by picturesque waterfront views, lush natural landscapes, and well-maintained, family-friendly neighbourhoods. As of August 2026, the area's population is estimated at approximately 16,682, reflecting minimal movement since the 16,430 people recorded at the 2021 Census based on the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures alongside validated new addresses. The demographic profile features an older Australian population with a notable proportion aged 85 and over, balanced by a family-oriented social fabric highlighted by high shares of married couples and moderate overall population expansion.
Residents enjoy a lifestyle centered around high-quality amenities, including excellent sporting clubs, recreational facilities, prominent shopping centres, top-rated schools, and diverse dining choices.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 14,705 in 2001 and 16,620 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 16,682 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 13%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.8%.
Sylvania - Taren Point ranks in the 81st percentile nationally for amenities and the 72nd for income.
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 Sylvania - Taren Point is $931 a week, up 3.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 18% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.6%.
18% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $753 in 2017, $1,157 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $474 in 2017, $702 in 2026. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Holt Road, Sylvania NSW 2224 | $2,100,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/28 Melrose Avenue, Sylvania NSW 2224 | $1,420,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1/63 Belgrave Esplanade, Sylvania NSW 2224 | $1,400,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1/6 Holt Road, Taren Point NSW 2229 | $3,300,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 12 Birdwood Street, Sylvania NSW 2224 | $2,250,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 156 Belgrave Esplanade, Sylvania Waters NSW 2224 | $4,200,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/63 Belgrave Esplanade, Sylvania NSW 2224 | $1,380,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 104/280 Princes Highway, Sylvania NSW 2224 | $740,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 27 Rocklea Crescent, Sylvania NSW 2224 | $1,630,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6/36 Young Street, Sylvania NSW 2224 | $1,420,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 45 residential sales recorded since 10 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 28 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 45, houses and units together, was $1,850,000 (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 | $931 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.23m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.36m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,850,000 | Median of the 45 most recent residential sales, settled 10 Jul 2026 to 28 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,157 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $702 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Sutherland | $838 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Sutherland, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | 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 225 tracked applications: 104 approved, 55 under assessment, 66 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Sylvania - Taren Point (1 under construction) and 108 more in the surrounding area.
A 28.7 million dollar expansion of Southgate Shopping Centre, a sub-regional centre serving over 211,000 residents in the Sutherland Shire.
Proponent-initiated planning proposal to amend Sutherland Shire Local Environmental Plan 2015 by adding specialised retail premises as an…
Development Application approved for 19 townhouses on a 3,720 sqm site at the corner of Box and Port Hacking Roads in Sylvania.
Wesley Mission is advancing a major rezoning proposal to transform Frank Vickery Village into a modern, high-density seniors housing…
State Significant Development (SSD-83258708) comprising 8 residential flat buildings ranging from 7 to 9 storeys, delivering a total of 484…
State Significant Development proposal by Wesley Mission to redevelop and expand Frank Vickery Village into a contemporary seniors living…
A landmark 16-storey mixed-use precinct developed in partnership between Formus Property and The Salvation Army.
Partial demolition and alterations to an existing industrial building to create a brand-new self-storage facility in Miranda, providing…
Stage 2 transformation of Seymour Shaw Park into a major regional sporting hub, featuring levelled multi-sport playing fields, a new…
Rezoning approved for residential flat buildings on former Sylvanvale headquarters site in Kareela.
Comprehensive expansion and upgrade of the Gymea Trade Centre.
8-storey mixed-use development comprising 24 residential apartments and a boarding house containing 70 rooms with basement car parking.
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Estimated completion year of the 67 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 8, 2026 15, 2027 24, 2028 10, 2029 3, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 1, 2035 2. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 225 substantial development applications lodged in and around Sylvania - Taren Point over the past 5 years, 145 in the last 12 months; 55 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 22, 2023 21, 2024 18, 2025 20, 2026 (to Oct) 140.
Key application 1C Box Road, Caringbah Commercial | $43m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 225 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 145 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 92 | ABS building approvals | 77th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 104 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 include: Southgate Shopping Centre Expansion (Construction); Frank Vickery Village Seniors Housing Expansion (Planning); Florida Street Affordable Housing (Under Assessment); 152-158 Port Hacking Road Townhouses (Approved); and 117-131 Taren Point Road Specialised Retail Planning Proposal (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Sylvania - Taren Point recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 area has seen 167 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Sylvania - Taren Point SA2's current population of 16,682 has been supported by 92 approvals on average over recent years.
The Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 has seen 5.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 199 people in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 92, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 has grown by approximately 83 people, while 459 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Sylvania - Taren Point reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,682 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,753 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 16,430 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 252 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.4% | 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 | 6.06 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 was estimated to be approximately 16,682 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,620 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The sylvania - taren point sa2 has added approximately 252 people and shown a 1.53% increase from the 16,430 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is estimated at 2,753 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (86.6%), Interstate migration (13.4%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 86.6% of overall population gains.
Sylvania - Taren Point hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 46 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 81st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.6% | 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 | 46 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 at 46 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 46 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 46 years as at August 2026, Sylvania - Taren Point is 9 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 8 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (5.9% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (10.2% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.6% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.8% of the population in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 26.2% of the population in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $64,217 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $101,230 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,017 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $855 | 2021 Census, weekly | 60th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 32.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,410 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is approximately $68,314. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $64,217.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is approximately $107,688. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $101,230.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is approximately $68,314 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $64,217 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is approximately $107,688 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $101,230 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2's households (~27.8% / 1,626 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is $2,017/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is $2,410/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is $855/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2's median income among taxpayers is $64,217, with an average of $101,230. This is exceptionally high nationally, and compares to Greater Sydney's median of $63,183 and average of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $68,314 (median) and $107,688 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is $7,263 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The sylvania - taren point sa2's disposable income is $7,263 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Sylvania - Taren Point remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 59.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,173 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 15,622 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,566 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 has approximately 8,173 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 stands at 4.6%, which is broadly in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (12.9% of employment), construction (11.6%), and retail trade (10.8%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is 59.9%, 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 Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The sylvania - taren point sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 11.6% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The sylvania - taren point sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Sylvania - Taren Point ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.1% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 28.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
28.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
36.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The sylvania - taren point sa2 ranks in the 64th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 are: Certificate (21.4%), Bachelor Degree (20.1%), Advanced Diploma (13.3%).
27.5% of the population in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.3% in primary school, 8.1% in secondary school, 4.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is 1050, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,517 students.
The sylvania - taren point sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Sylvania - Taren Point features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.9% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 36.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,849 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,939 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.5% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 had 5,849 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.5% to an estimated 5,939 households today.
The average household size in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.9%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 4,416 family households, couples with children account for 36.8% of all households, couples without children at home 27.8%, and single parent families 10.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 54.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 22.9% of all households in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.6% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 27.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 70.3% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 73.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Sylvania - Taren Point was found to be 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 was found to be Christianity, which makes up 69.0% of people in Sylvania - Taren Point. This compares 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 Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 9.0% of Sylvania - Taren Point (vs 1.9% across Greater Sydney), Macedonian at 2.3% (vs 0.4%) and Lebanese at 2.1% (vs 2.6%).
27.0% of the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
29.7% of the population in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.9% of the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
91.1% of the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Sylvania - Taren Point displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 44.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 63.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,817 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $550 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 32.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 94th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2, 44.6% of homes are owned outright, 36.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 19.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 63.5% of dwellings in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 are houses.
In the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2, 14.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 22.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 stands at 44.6%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is $2,817, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is $1,477, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 32.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 32.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 27.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 consists of 63.5% detached houses, 22.1% semi-detached dwellings, 14.1% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Sylvania - Taren Point consumes approximately 16.9% of median household income ($8,734 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Sylvania - Taren Point show attached dwellings contributing 71% of approvals compared to 36% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 29% of applications versus 64% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health in Sylvania - Taren Point: private health cover 69.5%, no long-term health condition 69.7%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 69.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 91st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.9% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
Around 69.5% of people in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2, 6.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.5% of people in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.3% of the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.7% of people in the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2, 69.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
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 | 54 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 54th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 97 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,438 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 172 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 29 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 39.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 97 public transport stops within the Sylvania - Taren Point SA2.
The Sylvania - Taren Point SA2 has 1,438 weekly trips across 29 routes, averaging 205 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 155 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 379 m away and the nearest school 512 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 97 stops nearby, 1,438 weekly trips, access rating 54 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 81st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 379 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 512 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 571 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 654 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 698 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 725 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 909 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 917 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Sylvania - Taren Point recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Sylvania - Taren Point ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Sylvania - Taren Point's established property market has recorded 305 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 95% residential and 5% commercial transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Sylvania - Taren Point reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Sylvania - Taren Point hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Sylvania - Taren Point remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis.
The educational profile of Sylvania - Taren Point ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Sylvania - Taren Point features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
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 displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Sylvania - Taren Point: private health cover 69.5%, no long-term health condition 69.7%.
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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Sylvania - Taren Point has an estimated 16,682 residents, up 1.5% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Sylvania - Taren Point.
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 Sylvania - Taren Point.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. 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 (128011531). 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), infrastructure projects (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, 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 Sylvania - Taren Point 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 Sylvania - Taren Point 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.
