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Tenambit - East Maitland has an estimated 10,555 residents, up 4.6% since the 2021 Census, with 118 projects tracked in the area around Tenambit - East Maitland.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 130 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the Tenambit - East Maitland Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an expanding, family-friendly suburban community in New South Wales, Australia. Blending picturesque, quaint residential streets with lush parks, recreational areas, and outstanding service amenity, the district offers an appealing lifestyle supported by convenient access to local schooling, commercial shopping centres, and sporting hubs. AreaSearch determines that the population of Tenambit - East Maitland is approximately 10,555 as of Aug 2026, marking an increase of 464 people (4.6%) from the 10,091 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This ongoing demographic expansion reflects an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 10,532 reported by the ABS as of June 2025 alongside an additional 278 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census count.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 130 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the Tenambit - East Maitland Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an expanding, family-friendly suburban community in New South Wales, Australia. Blending picturesque, quaint residential streets with lush parks, recreational areas, and outstanding service amenity, the district offers an appealing lifestyle supported by convenient access to local schooling, commercial shopping centres, and sporting hubs. AreaSearch determines that the population of Tenambit - East Maitland is approximately 10,555 as of Aug 2026, marking an increase of 464 people (4.6%) from the 10,091 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This ongoing demographic expansion reflects an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 10,532 reported by the ABS as of June 2025 alongside an additional 278 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census count.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,844 in 2001 and 10,532 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,555 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 12.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.1%.
Tenambit - East Maitland ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 84th for amenities.
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 Tenambit - East Maitland is $582 a week, up 5.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.7%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $377 in 2017, $616 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $262 in 2017, $459 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Glover Street, East Maitland NSW 2323 | $885,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 34 Crofton Avenue, Tenambit NSW 2323 | $520,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Morpeth Road, East Maitland NSW 2323 | $765,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 16 Way Street, Tenambit NSW 2323 | $737,500 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 90 James Street, Morpeth NSW 2321 | $910,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Glover Street, East Maitland NSW 2323 | $955,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 73 Maize Street, Tenambit NSW 2323 | $840,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Laurie Drive, Raworth NSW 2321 | $900,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Glover Street, East Maitland NSW 2323 | $816,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 31 Edward Street, Tenambit NSW 2323 | $815,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 7 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 22 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $829,000 (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 | $582 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $850k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $685k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $829,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 7 Aug 2026 to 22 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $616 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $459 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Maitland | $631 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Maitland, over 12 months | +4.8% | 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 125 tracked applications: 30 approved, 31 under assessment, 64 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 118 projects in and around Tenambit - East Maitland, 41 of them under construction.
Subdivision of one lot into two Torrens title lots, construction of dual occupancies (detached) and strata subdivision at 12 Goldingham Street, Tenambit.
A purpose-built 64-bed mental health facility on the Maitland Hospital campus. It features a transitional model of care with three inpatient units: low-secure and medium-secure forensic units, and a rehabilitation and recovery unit.
Chisholm Plaza is a $180 million neighbourhood shopping centre currently under construction in the Waterford Estate. The 15,000 sqm development is triple-anchored by Woolworths, Aldi, and Dan Murphys, and will include over 50 specialty stores.
Sophia Waters Estate is a master-planned residential community in Chisholm developed by Allam Property Group. Originally planned for around 1,500 lots across multiple stages, a further 600+ lots were acquired in late 2024 bringing the total to approximately 2,100 dwellings.
A 37-lot residential land subdivision in East Maitland offering large elevated homesites from 800 to 1,397sqm with views over the Wallis Creek floodplains and Broken Back Ranges. The estate is now largely sold out, with only three lots remaining available (Lots 6, 31 and 32).
Waterford is a masterplanned community in Chisholm, NSW, developed by AVID Property Group. The project spans approximately 173 hectares including 74 hectares of green space, wetlands, and parks, with 7km of walking and cycling paths.
Waterford is a 251 hectare masterplanned community by AVID Property Group in Chisholm delivering approximately 1,484 homes together with extensive open space, parks, walking and cycling trails, schools, sports facilities and the future Chisholm Plaza town centre.
A $470 million state-of-the-art 339-bed hospital featuring emergency care, maternity services, paediatric care, surgical services, chemotherapy chairs, and a rooftop helipad.
Redevelopment of the historic Sarroff's Shop site involving alterations and additions to existing structures. The project includes the demolition of rear buildings and the construction of new amenities, including a cool room and storage, to formalise and enhance mixed-use operations for a cafe, restaurant, and real estate office.
A new neighbourhood sportsground in Sophia Waters, Chisholm, funded by Maitland City Council as part of its 2025-26 capital works program. The facility includes two mixed sports fields, a turf cricket wicket, an amenities building with accessible changerooms and toilets, a canteen, storage, irrigation, field flood lighting, fencing, and over 100 parking…
A $414 million expansion that doubled the size of the shopping centre to 74,000 square metres, adding a second level with over 220 specialty stores including David Jones, H&M, Target, JB Hi-Fi, and The Courtyard outdoor dining precinct with LED light trees.
A long-term conceptual urban transformation initiative covering the post-mining repurposing of the Bloomfield Colliery and adjoining landholdings southeast of Maitland in the Lower Hunter.
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Estimated completion year of the 66 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 21, 2027 17, 2028 14, 2029 0, 2030 6, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 3. 18 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 125 substantial development applications lodged in and around Tenambit - East Maitland over the past 5 years, 92 in the last 12 months; 31 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 10, 2023 9, 2024 9, 2025 6, 2026 (to Nov) 91.
Key application 4 Isla Street, Raworth Mixed Use | $50m | 120 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 125 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 92 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 33 | ABS building approvals | 45th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 31 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 include: East Maitland Catalyst Area Structure Plan (Planning); Maitland Mental Health Rehabilitation Project (Construction); Chisholm Plaza (Construction); Sophia Waters Estate (Construction); and Waterford (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Retail, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Tenambit - East Maitland recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 area has seen 38 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Tenambit - East Maitland SA2's current population of 10,555 has been supported by 33 approvals on average over recent years.
The Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 has seen 3.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 578 people in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 33, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 has grown by approximately 538 people, while 163 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Population growth drivers in Tenambit - East Maitland are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,555 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 611 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,091 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 464 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 17.28 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 was estimated to be approximately 10,555 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,532 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The tenambit - east maitland sa2 has added approximately 464 people and shown a 4.60% increase from the 10,091 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is estimated at 611 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (58.9%), Overseas migration (34.3%), Interstate migration (6.8%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 58.9% of overall population gains.
Tenambit - East Maitland's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.3% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | 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 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Tenambit - East Maitland is 2 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) yet 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 8.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 11.3% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.7% of the population in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 23.9% of the population in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,599 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 61st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $74,031 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,426 | 2021 Census, weekly | 30th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $742 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,904 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 28.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is approximately $65,529. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,599.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is approximately $78,754. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $74,031.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is approximately $65,529 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,599 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is approximately $78,754 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,031 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2's households (~30.1% / 1,232 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.1% 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 Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is $1,426/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is $1,904/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is $742/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is slightly above average nationally, with the median assessed at $61,599 while the average income stands at $74,031. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,529 (median) and $78,754 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is $5,115 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The tenambit - east maitland sa2's disposable income is $5,115 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Tenambit - East Maitland demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 57.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,714 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,902 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,908 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 has approximately 4,714 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.0%. 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 Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 stands at 4.0%, which is broadly in line with Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.7% of employment), education & training (10.4%), and construction (10.2%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. 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 Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is 57.5%, 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 tenambit - east maitland sa2 shows notable specialisation in mining, which employs 5.4% of the local workforce compared to 2.5% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.2, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The tenambit - east maitland 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 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Tenambit - East Maitland: university qualifications 19.6%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 981.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 19.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
19.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
39.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The tenambit - east maitland sa2 ranks in the 37th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 are: Certificate (29.7%), Bachelor Degree (14.0%), Advanced Diploma (11.5%).
27.0% of the population in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.7% in primary school, 7.1% in secondary school, 3.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is 981, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,690 students.
The tenambit - east maitland sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Tenambit - East Maitland features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.2% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,089 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,277 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 68.7% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 had 4,089 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.6% to an estimated 4,277 households today.
The average household size in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 68.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (29.4%), group households (1.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,809 family households, couples with children account for 25.8% of all households, couples without children at home 28.2%, and single parent families 13.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.4% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 29.4% of all households in the Tenambit - East Maitland 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 1.9% 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 Tenambit - East Maitland 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 | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.8% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 92.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
Tenambit - East Maitland was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 92.2% of its population born in Australia, 93.8% being citizens, and 97.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Tenambit - East Maitland was found to be Christianity, which makes up 58.0% of people in Tenambit - East Maitland. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Tenambit - East Maitland are English, comprising 32.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 31.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 4.9% of Tenambit - East Maitland (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.5% (vs 8.0%) and Polish at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
7.8% of the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.0% of the population in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
4.9% of the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
93.8% of the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Tenambit - East Maitland is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 35.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 80.2% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.5% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 16.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $360 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2, 35.6% of homes are owned outright, 34.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 80.2% of dwellings in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 are houses.
In the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2, 3.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 16.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 stands at 35.6%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is $1,064, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 25.2% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 consists of 80.2% detached houses, 16.5% semi-detached dwellings, 3.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Tenambit - East Maitland consumes approximately 17.2% of median household income ($6,175 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Tenambit - East Maitland show attached dwellings contributing 37% of approvals compared to 20% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 63% of applications versus 80% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health in Tenambit - East Maitland: private health cover 54.1%, no long-term health condition 58.9%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 58.9% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 67.8% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
Around 54.1% of people in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2, 7.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.2% of people in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.4% of the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.4% of people in the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2, 54.1% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 87 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 87th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 124 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,721 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 75th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 85 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 103 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 22.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 124 public transport stops within the Tenambit - East Maitland SA2.
The Tenambit - East Maitland SA2 has 4,721 weekly trips across 103 routes, averaging 674 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 138 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 659 m away and the nearest school 696 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 124 stops nearby, 4,721 weekly trips, access rating 87 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 84 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 84th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 659 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 696 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 773 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 821 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.2 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 3 long day care centres with 225 places in Tenambit - East Maitland, about 2.7 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Tenambit - East Maitland recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Tenambit - East Maitland ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Tenambit - East Maitland's established property market has recorded 222 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 97% residential, 2% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
Population growth drivers in Tenambit - East Maitland are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Tenambit - East Maitland's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Tenambit - East Maitland demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
Education in Tenambit - East Maitland: university qualifications 19.6%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 981.
Tenambit - East Maitland features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Tenambit - East Maitland placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Tenambit - East Maitland is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
Health in Tenambit - East Maitland: private health cover 54.1%, no long-term health condition 58.9%.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Tenambit - East Maitland has an estimated 10,555 residents, up 4.6% since the 2021 Census, with 118 projects tracked in the area around Tenambit - East Maitland.
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 Tenambit - East Maitland.
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 Aug 2026. Housing 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 (106021617). 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Tenambit - East Maitland 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 Tenambit - East Maitland 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.
