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Terranora - North Tumbulgum has an estimated 3,455 residents, up 3.9% since the 2021 Census, with 158 projects tracked in the area around Terranora - North Tumbulgum.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 97 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD in New South Wales, the Terranora - North Tumbulgum Statistical Area (Lv2) is a picturesque coastal hinterland enclave celebrated for its verdant rolling hills, pristine waterways, diverse wildlife, and peaceful rural charm balanced with contemporary village amenities. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the area's population at approximately 3,455 residents, reflecting an expansion of 131 people (3.9%) from the 3,324 recorded in the 2021 Census. This growth is grounded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 3,455 as of June 2025, alongside an additional 90 Validated New Addresses confirmed since the census count.
The community is defined by an established family structure, featuring an elevated proportion 15 to 24yo residents, an above-average household size, a high proportion of married families, and strong representation of couples without children, resulting in an older demographic with a median age of 43.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,760 in 2001 and 3,455 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.4%.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 89th 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 Terranora - North Tumbulgum is $1,074 a week, up 6.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 85% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.6%.
85% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $700 in 2017, $1,232 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/85 Henry Lawson Drive, Terranora NSW 2486 | $1,200,000 | 19 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 5 Skye Close, Terranora NSW 2486 | $1,600,000 | 17 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 12 Valleyview Place, Terranora NSW 2486 | $3,190,000 | 5 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Bulla Court, Terranora NSW 2486 | $820,000 | 5 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 13 Parkes Lane, Terranora NSW 2486 | $2,450,000 | 13 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Bongaree Road, Terranora NSW 2486 | $1,530,000 | 10 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 24 Rayles Lane, Terranora NSW 2486 | $1,545,000 | 8 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 114 McAuleys Road, Terranora NSW 2486 | $5,100,000 | 6 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Highland Drive, Terranora NSW 2486 | $1,525,000 | 2 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 56 Parkes Lane, Terranora NSW 2486 | $1,525,000 | 22 Jun 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 1 Dec 2025 (the latest settled 19 Aug 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $1,600,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to August 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 | $1,074 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.58m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.20m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,600,000 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 1 Dec 2025 to 19 Aug 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,232 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $860 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +11.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Tweed Valley | $796 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Tweed Valley, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Richmond - Tweed | $754 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Richmond - Tweed, over 12 months | +6.5% | 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 |
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Status of the 64 tracked applications: 26 approved, 31 under assessment, 7 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 158 projects in and around Terranora - North Tumbulgum, 42 of them under construction.
Serramar Estate is an exclusive large lot subdivision situated in the Terranora hinterland, comprising 14 premium homesites.
A staged residential subdivision creating 217 residential lots with a conservation lot and associated civil works on a 61.87-hectare site.
Brightview is a 126-hectare masterplanned community in Terranora, Northern NSW, by Intrapac Property.
Altitude Aspire is a masterplanned residential community spanning 36 hectares on the Tweed Coast.
Elysian Heights, formerly known as 'The Rise', is a master-planned residential community on the former Terranora Lakes Country Club site at…
Masterplanned 126 hectare residential community by Intrapac Property comprising approximately 750 residential lots, extensive open space…
A boutique residential land estate delivering 100 large elevated homesites averaging 1,200sqm on a 15.8ha site in Bilambil Heights, Tweed…
Redevelopment of the former 184-hectare Terranora Lakes Country Club site into a masterplanned community.
A transformational 2.5km six-lane divided highway upgrade from Barneys Point Bridge to Tweed Heads, including two new bridges over…
A 62-hectare elevated land parcel zoned R1 General Residential within the Bilambil Heights Urban Release Area.
A residential estate of 83 home sites and development of 45 townhouses with 2-3 bedrooms at 57 Fraser Road, Tweed Heads South.
Construction of fifteen warehouse and light industry units, including demolition, landscaping, carparking and signage.
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Estimated completion year of the 86 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 31, 2027 26, 2028 11, 2029 2, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 4, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 2. 25 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 64 substantial development applications lodged in and around Terranora - North Tumbulgum over the period covered (about 4.3 years), 59 in the last 12 months; 31 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 1, 2024 2, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 58.
Key application 13 Henry Lawson Drive, Terranora Mixed Use | $50m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 64 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.3 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 59 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 21 | ABS building approvals | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 26 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.3 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 31 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.3 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 include: Serramar Estate (Approved); Terranora Village Estate (Dev. Application); Brightview (Planning); Club Banora Master Plan Redevelopment (Dev. Application); and Altitude Aspire Residential Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
The Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Terranora - North Tumbulgum recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 area has seen 57 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2's current population of 3,455 has been supported by 21 approvals on average over recent years.
The Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 has seen 6.1 approval 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 123 people in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 21, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 has grown by approximately 96 people, while 103 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Terranora - North Tumbulgum reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,455 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 119 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,324 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 131 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 29.02 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 was estimated to be approximately 3,455 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,455 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The terranora - north tumbulgum sa2 has added approximately 131 people and shown a 3.94% increase from the 3,324 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is estimated at 119 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (51.9%), Natural increase (42.3%), Interstate migration (5.8%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 51.9% of overall population gains.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Terranora - North Tumbulgum is equal to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (5.7% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.3% of the population in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.2% of the population in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum 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) | $52,313 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $64,897 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,100 | 2021 Census, weekly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $805 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,208 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is approximately $55,651. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,313.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is approximately $69,037. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $64,897.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is approximately $55,651 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,313 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is approximately $69,037 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $64,897 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2's households (~33.4% / 353 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.4% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is $2,100/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is $2,208/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is $805/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is below the national average, with the median assessed at $52,313 while the average income stands at $64,897. 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 $55,651 (median) and $69,037 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is $7,824 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The terranora - north tumbulgum sa2's disposable income is $7,824 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Terranora - North Tumbulgum places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,833 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,928 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,862 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 has approximately 1,833 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.6%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 stands at 1.6%, which is 2.6 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.3% of employment), construction (12.8%), and retail trade (12.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is 65.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The terranora - north tumbulgum sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.8% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The terranora - north tumbulgum sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 7.7% growth, ranking 9th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Terranora - North Tumbulgum ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 18.1% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 24.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.8% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
24.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
34.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The terranora - north tumbulgum sa2 ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 are: Certificate (28.8%), Bachelor Degree (18.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.7%).
31.3% of the population in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.1% in primary school, 9.1% 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 Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is 1073, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,252 students.
The terranora - north tumbulgum sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 combined school.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 42.5% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,058 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,100 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.3% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 had 1,058 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.0% to an estimated 1,100 households today.
The average household size in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (12.4%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.4%).
Of the 902 family households, couples with children account for 42.5% of all households, couples without children at home 32.5%, and single parent families 9.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.3% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 12.4% compared to 27.9% in Regional NSW. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum 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 57.0% 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 12.4% of all households in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2, notably lower than the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.0% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 86.0% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
Terranora - North Tumbulgum was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 86.0% of its population born in Australia, 92.4% being citizens, and 96.1% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Terranora - North Tumbulgum was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.3% of people in Terranora - North Tumbulgum. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Terranora - North Tumbulgum are English, comprising 32.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.1% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of Terranora - North Tumbulgum (vs 0.2% across Regional NSW), French at 0.7% (vs 0.4%) and New Zealand at 0.9% (vs 0.4%).
14.0% of the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.9% of the population in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
2.3% of the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.4% of the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum 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 | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 41.9% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $538 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2, 41.9% of homes are owned outright, 47.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 10.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.1% of dwellings in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 are houses.
In the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2, 0.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 stands at 41.9%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is $2,167, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is $1,276, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.8% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 25.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 consists of 99.1% detached houses, 0.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Terranora - North Tumbulgum consumes approximately 14.0% of median household income ($9,093 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Terranora - North Tumbulgum show attached dwellings contributing 3% of approvals compared to 1% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 97% of applications versus 99% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Terranora - North Tumbulgum: private health cover 50.0%, no long-term health condition 70.0%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 29th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.0% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.5% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
Around 50.0% of people in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2, 5.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.8% of the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.0% of people in the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2, 50.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 48 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 48th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 495 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 71 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 41 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 18.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 49 public transport stops within the Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2.
The Terranora - North Tumbulgum SA2 has 495 weekly trips across 41 routes, averaging 70 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 216 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 871 m away and the nearest child care centre 1.1 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 49 stops nearby, 495 weekly trips, access rating 48 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 75 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 75th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 871 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 3.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Terranora - North Tumbulgum recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 11% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum's resilient property market has recorded 77 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 94% residential and 6% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Terranora - North Tumbulgum reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Terranora - North Tumbulgum places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
The educational profile of Terranora - North Tumbulgum ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Terranora - North Tumbulgum: private health cover 50.0%, no long-term health condition 70.0%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Terranora - North Tumbulgum has an estimated 3,455 residents, up 3.9% since the 2021 Census, with 158 projects tracked in the area around Terranora - North Tumbulgum.
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 Terranora - North Tumbulgum.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Aug 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 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 15 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 (112031551). 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 (Jun 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 Terranora - North Tumbulgum 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 Terranora - North Tumbulgum 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.
