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Temora has an estimated 6,801 residents, up 3.0% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Temora.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Temora Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 179 kilometres west-northwest from Canberra CBD. Its population is estimated at approximately 6,801 as of Aug 2026, compared with 6,603 people recorded at the 2021 Census; the estimate reflects the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and validated new addresses added since the Census. The area is characterised by strong outright home ownership, affordable housing, a notable agricultural employment base and above-average children per family, alongside a low average household size. Its population includes a substantial share of retirement-aged and older residents, including a notable presence of people aged 75 to 84yo.
Temora's population has limited growth, and residents generally have lower educational attainment and lower-quartile income levels. The area is also known for its agricultural history, scenic countryside, welcoming community and heritage architecture, including Temora Railway Station.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Temora Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 179 kilometres west-northwest from Canberra CBD. Its population is estimated at approximately 6,801 as of Aug 2026, compared with 6,603 people recorded at the 2021 Census; the estimate reflects the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and validated new addresses added since the Census. The area is characterised by strong outright home ownership, affordable housing, a notable agricultural employment base and above-average children per family, alongside a low average household size. Its population includes a substantial share of retirement-aged and older residents, including a notable presence of people aged 75 to 84yo.
Temora's population has limited growth, and residents generally have lower educational attainment and lower-quartile income levels. The area is also known for its agricultural history, scenic countryside, welcoming community and heritage architecture, including Temora Railway Station.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,927 in 2001 and 6,576 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,801 (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, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 27.5%.
Temora ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 52nd for infrastructure drivers.
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 Temora is $418 a week, up 9.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 28% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.7%.
28% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $255 in 2017, $460 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $195 in 2017, $388 in 2025. A break means no rent was reported that year. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 169 Britannia Street, Temora NSW 2666 | $737,500 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Trungley Hall Road, Temora NSW 2666 | $514,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Oak Street, Temora NSW 2666 | $1,023,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 117 Gloucester Street, Temora NSW 2666 | $240,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 78 Austral Street, Temora NSW 2666 | $599,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Bellevue Street, Temora NSW 2666 | $380,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Yithan Street, Ardlethan NSW 2665 | $205,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 77 Schuberts Road, Trungley Hall NSW 2666 | $630,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 105 Tonkin Street, Temora NSW 2666 | $340,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 91 Polaris Street, Temora NSW 2666 | $580,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 33 residential sales recorded since 9 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 33, houses and units together, was $460,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 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 | $418 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $475k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $520k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $460,000 | Median of the 33 most recent residential sales, settled 9 Jul 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $460 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +13.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 5.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Wagga Wagga | $509 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wagga Wagga, over 12 months | +9.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Riverina | $489 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Riverina, over 12 months | +8.1% | 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 165 tracked applications: 48 approved, 4 under assessment, 113 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Temora (5 under construction) and 93 more in the surrounding area.
The $95 million Temora Health Service redevelopment at 169-189 Loftus Street, delivered by Health Infrastructure NSW, is a new integrated health facility. Planned services include a new emergency department, a flexible inpatient unit, a birthing suite, an operating theatre and expanded medical imaging, including the hospital's first CT.
The project involves the conversion and alteration of an existing commercial building at 231 Hoskins Street into a drive-through liquor outlet (bottle shop). The development includes structural modifications to allow vehicle access and egress through the building, signage updates, and internal reconfiguration to facilitate drive-through sales.
A 16-hectare (40-acre) multi-stage residential land estate on the edge of Temora, offering 125 lots ranging from 800m2 to 2,037m2 with views toward the Narraburra Hills. Stage 1 (53 lots) is complete and fully serviced with power, water, sewer, gas and NBN. Stage 2 (32 lots) is under construction with completion expected within 12 to 18 months.
Highfields Estate is a boutique, 17.3 hectare residential and industrial subdivision on the edge of Temora in the NSW Riverina region. Development consent covers 63 residential lots and 11 industrial lots on land at 232 Loftus Street.
SkyPark is a 21-lot residential development at Temora Airport, offering hangar homes with direct access to taxiways for aviation enthusiasts. The lots range from 1,109sqm to 1,529sqm and are connected to power, water, sewer, and NBN.
A multi-stage, $3 million project to upgrade the road surface of a 1.4-kilometre section of Hoskins Street (Goldfields Way) in Temora. The upgrade will provide a stronger, safer road and reduce future maintenance costs.
Full-service hardware, DIY, and rural supplies store in Temora, NSW, developed by BA Moses Pty Ltd through the repurposing of an existing warehouse at 1-3 Ironbark Street. The facility includes a dedicated Trade Centre with drive-through lanes, trade accounts, and job-site delivery, alongside an expanded retail area for timber and construction materials.
Morningside Estate is a semi-rural lifestyle offering located in Temora, NSW. It features 28 spacious home sites with land sizes ranging from 10,000 m2 (1Ha) to 20,000 m2 (2Ha). It is designed for tree-changers and growing families who want a rural lifestyle with convenient access to town amenities.
Completed $560,000 revamp of the historic five-storey flour mill built in 1935, adding two new chocolate making areas including an interactive moulding room for visitors, plus additional space for training, design, packaging and storage. The improvements increased production capacity by 250 percent and enhanced accessibility.
Planning proposal to rezone approximately 50 hectares from RU1 Primary Production to RU5 Village and R5 Large Lot Residential zones, with reduced minimum lot sizes of 700sqm, 1500sqm and 4000sqm. The development will deliver up to 300 residential allotments through a preliminary subdivision layout.
The Illabo to Stockinbingal section of Inland Rail involves constructing approximately 39 kilometres of new single-track standard-gauge freight railway bypass around the Bethungra Spiral. The scope delivers significant grade-separation structures, watercourse bridges, a crossing loop, and connections to the existing Main South and Lake Cargelligo lines.
Major upgrade of the heritage-listed Athenium Theatre, one of only 11 remaining historic theatres in NSW with decorative interior and theatrical exterior. The $1.5 million upgrade included additional dressing rooms and rehearsal spaces, transformation of the kitchenette into a modern bar and meeting space, and major sound and lighting system upgrades.
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Estimated completion year of the 52 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 13, 2027 17, 2028 6, 2029 4, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 18 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 165 substantial development applications lodged in and around Temora over the past 5 years, 141 in the last 12 months; 4 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 7, 2023 7, 2024 3, 2025 5, 2026 (to Oct) 140.
Key application 1 Hinde Street, Temora Retail | $9.0m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 165 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 141 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 40 | ABS building approvals | 51st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 48 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Temora SA2 include: Dustin Rose Estate (Construction); SkyPark Temora (Construction); Temora Hospital Redevelopment (Construction); Hoskins Street Road Upgrade (Construction); and Temora Cellars Drive Through (Dev. Approval). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Temora SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Health & Medical, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Temora compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Temora SA2 area has seen 94 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Temora SA2's current population of 6,801 has been supported by 40 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Temora SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 40, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the Temora SA2 has seen 198 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential 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.
Temora is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,801 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 11th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,603 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 198 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3,434.26 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Temora SA2 was estimated to be approximately 6,801 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,576 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The temora sa2 has added approximately 198 people and shown a 3.00% increase from the 6,603 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Temora SA2 is estimated at 2 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Temora SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Temora SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Temora hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 28.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 41.1% | 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 | 48 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.2% | 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 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.6% | 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 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Temora SA2 at 48 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 48 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 48 years as at August 2026, Temora is 5 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 10 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Temora SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 14.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Temora 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 Temora SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (7.3% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.0% of the population in the Temora SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 28.7% of the population in the Temora SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 14% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $50,032 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 16th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $61,007 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,168 | 2021 Census, weekly | 11th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $640 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 11.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,560 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 35.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Temora SA2 is approximately $53,224. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $50,032.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Temora SA2 is approximately $64,899. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $61,007.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Temora SA2 is approximately $53,224 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $50,032 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Temora SA2 is approximately $64,899 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,007 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Temora SA2's households (~27.5% / 724 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Temora SA2 is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 27.5% 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 Temora SA2 is $1,168/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Temora SA2 is $1,560/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Temora SA2 is $640/wk.
The Temora SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Temora SA2's median income among taxpayers is $50,032 and the average income stands at $61,007, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $55,733 and $69,112 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $53,224 (median) and $64,899 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Temora SA2 is $4,570 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The temora sa2's disposable income is $4,570 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Temora shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 56.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,975 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,696 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,080 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Temora SA2 has approximately 2,975 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. 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 Temora SA2 stands at 3.4%, which is 0.7 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 Temora SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (22.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (11.9%), and education & training (10.0%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Temora SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Temora SA2 is 56.0%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The temora sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 22.3% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 4.2, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The temora 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 experienced 2.0% growth, ranking 18th out of 37 regions nationally.
Temora faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
14.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Temora SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
47.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Temora SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The temora sa2 ranks in the 12th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Temora SA2 are: Certificate (30.9%), Bachelor Degree (10.9%), Advanced Diploma (7.4%).
26.3% of the population in the Temora SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary school, 7.8% in secondary school, 1.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Temora SA2 is 948, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the Temora SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,071 students.
The temora sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 3 combined schools.
Temora features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few group households, 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 | 32.3% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,633 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,712 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.3 per family | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Temora SA2 had 2,633 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.0% to an estimated 2,712 households today.
The average household size in the Temora 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 66.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (32.3%), group households (1.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,740 family households, couples with children account for 23.5% of all households, couples without children at home 31.9%, and single parent families 9.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Temora SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Temora SA2 have an average of 2.3 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 49.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 28.8% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 32.3% of all households in the Temora 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 1.5% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Temora placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 3rd 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 | 93.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 94.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
Temora was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 94.2% of its population born in Australia, 93.3% being citizens, and 97.2% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Temora was found to be Christianity, which makes up 72.0% of people in Temora. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Temora are Australian, comprising 32.9% of the population, English, comprising 32.4% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 7.0% of Temora (vs 3.1% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.5% (vs 8.0%) and Australian Aboriginal at 2.6% (vs 4.6%).
5.8% of the Temora SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.8% of the population in the Temora SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
2.6% of the Temora SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
93.3% of the Temora SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Temora 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 | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 51.8% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 92.7% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,083 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 24.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $220 | 2021 Census, weekly | 8th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Temora SA2, 51.8% of homes are owned outright, 24.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 23.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 92.7% of dwellings in the Temora SA2 are houses.
In the Temora SA2, 0.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Temora SA2 stands at 51.8%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Temora SA2 is $1,083, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Temora SA2 is $491, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Temora SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 21.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Temora SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Temora SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 21.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 18.8% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Temora SA2 consists of 92.7% detached houses, 5.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.5% apartments, and 1.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Temora consumes approximately 9.7% of median household income ($5,057 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Temora show attached dwellings contributing 6% of approvals compared to 7% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 94% of applications versus 93% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Temora 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 | 48.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 61.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
Around 48.6% of people in the Temora SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Temora SA2, 7.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.8% of people in the Temora SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the Temora SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.5% of people in the Temora SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Temora SA2, 48.6% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 38 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 38th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 319 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 250 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 21 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 23 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 319 public transport stops within the Temora SA2.
The Temora SA2 has 250 weekly trips across 23 routes, averaging 35 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 187 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 3.4 km away and the nearest child care centre 3.7 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 319 stops nearby, 250 weekly trips, access rating 38 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 20 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 20th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 9.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 9.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 9.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 9.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 9.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 68.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 69.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 74.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 118 places in Temora, about 3.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Temora compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Temora has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Temora's affordable property market has recorded 240 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 67% residential, 17% commercial and 17% vacant land transactions.
Temora is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Temora hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 14% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
The employment landscape in Temora shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Temora faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Temora features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Temora placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Temora is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Temora is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Temora has an estimated 6,801 residents, up 3.0% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Temora.
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 Temora.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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 (113031266). 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 (Oct 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 Temora 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 Temora 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.
