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Tumut Surrounds has an estimated 4,832 residents, up 1.9% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Tumut Surrounds.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Tumut Surrounds Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 88 kilometres west of the Canberra CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 4,832 as of Aug 2026, compared with 4,744 people recorded at the 2021 Census. Drawing on AreaSearch's assessment of the latest Estimated Resident Population (ERP) from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census, the area is estimated to have seen minimal change. Strong outright home ownership, above-average children per family and a market led by detached housing define the local profile. Employment is anchored by a notable utilities base, with elevated agricultural and pronounced manufacturing employment.
Residents include a high proportion of mature and retirement-age Australians, largely couples without children, and the area typically has a lower education level. The area is also known for its picturesque landscapes and natural attractions, and its fertile land and temperate climate support a thriving agricultural sector recognised for quality produce.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Tumut Surrounds Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 88 kilometres west of the Canberra CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 4,832 as of Aug 2026, compared with 4,744 people recorded at the 2021 Census. Drawing on AreaSearch's assessment of the latest Estimated Resident Population (ERP) from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census, the area is estimated to have seen minimal change. Strong outright home ownership, above-average children per family and a market led by detached housing define the local profile. Employment is anchored by a notable utilities base, with elevated agricultural and pronounced manufacturing employment.
Residents include a high proportion of mature and retirement-age Australians, largely couples without children, and the area typically has a lower education level. The area is also known for its picturesque landscapes and natural attractions, and its fertile land and temperate climate support a thriving agricultural sector recognised for quality produce.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,977 in 2001 and 4,797 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,832 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 15.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.5%.
Tumut Surrounds ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 62nd for sales activity.
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 Tumut Surrounds is $360 a week, up 8.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 38% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.1%.
38% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Cromwell Street, Adelong NSW 2729 | $430,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 74 Goobarragandra Road, Lacmalac NSW 2720 | $1,410,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Lacmalac Road, Bombowlee NSW 2720 | $500,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Havelock Street, Adelong NSW 2729 | $435,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 16 Eurabbie Street, Batlow NSW 2730 | $518,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 796 Lacmalac Road, Lacmalac NSW 2720 | $3,180,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 330 Morgans Reserve Road, Mundongo NSW 2720 | $1,050,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Tumut Street, Adelong NSW 2729 | $495,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 47 Groves Street, Talbingo NSW 2720 | $92,940 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Morris Street, Talbingo NSW 2720 | $410,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 10 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 25 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $443,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $360 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $460k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.10m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $443,500 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 10 Apr 2026 to 25 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $374 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $300 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 1.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Tumut - Tumbarumba | $401 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Tumut - Tumbarumba, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Riverina | $489 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Riverina, over 12 months | +8.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 54 tracked applications: 14 approved, 5 under assessment, 35 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Tumut Surrounds (3 under construction) and 48 more in the surrounding area.
The project involves upgrading the non-commercial Tumut Aerodrome to enhance its capacity for regional aerial firefighting and support aeromedical aircraft access.
Concept design project to increase raw water storage capacity and secure Batlow's long-term water supply. A draft options study was completed in June 2025, with an updated study due for completion imminently and the concept design on track for completion by end of June 2026.
The $50 million redevelopment of Tumut Hospital has delivered a modern, integrated health facility serving the Snowy Valleys region. The project included a new emergency department, inpatient wards, maternity and birthing suite, perioperative suite, and a rehabilitation unit.
The Bondo Wind Farm is a large-scale renewable energy project in southern New South Wales within the softwood pine plantations of Bondo State Forest.
A 450 MW, 1,800 MWh (4-hour) battery energy storage system (BESS) proposed adjacent to Transgrid's 330 kV Lower Tumut Switching Station, approximately 2.8 km south of Talbingo. The State Significant Development will assist in firming the electrical network and providing system services in NSW.
Long-term river rehabilitation and bank stabilisation program delivering nature-based erosion control, riparian revegetation, weed management, fish habitat restoration, fencing, off-stream watering points and wetland restoration to improve the health and resilience of the Tumut River while supporting regulated water delivery.
HumeLink is a 500kV transmission line spanning approximately 385 km connecting Wagga Wagga, Bannaby, and Maragle in NSW. Delivered in two sections (HumeLink East by ACCIONA and GenusPlus Group JV; HumeLink West by UGL and CPB Contractors JV), main construction commenced in late September 2025 following state and federal planning approvals in late 2024 and a…
A major expansion of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme, adding 2,000 megawatts of dispatchable, on-demand renewable power and large-scale energy storage to the National Electricity Market.
The HumeLink Transmission Project involves constructing 385 km of 500 kV transmission lines connecting Wagga Wagga, Bannaby, and Maragle, with major substation upgrades across regional NSW.
Replacement of the Hillas Creek Bridge, a key infrastructure project in the Cootamundra-Gundagai region.
Establishment of a public toilet facility in Gundagai's main street, funded by the NSW Government's Stronger Communities Fund.
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Estimated completion year of the 22 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 7, 2027 6, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 24 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 54 substantial development applications lodged in and around Tumut Surrounds over the past 5 years, 39 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 8, 2023 1, 2024 2, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 39.
Key application 4065 Batlow Road, Batlow Retail | $1.7m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 54 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 39 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 9 | ABS building approvals | 18th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Tumut Surrounds SA2 include: Tumut River Works Program (Construction); Batlow Water Security (Concept Design) Project (Planning); Bondo Wind Farm (Planning); Talbingo Battery Energy Storage System (Planning); and HumeLink (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Tumut Surrounds SA2 spans multiple sectors including Energy, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Transport & Logistics.
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates targeted investment in infrastructure improvements that will benefit the local area.
The Tumut Surrounds SA2 ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Tumut Surrounds, placing the area among the bottom 16% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 area has seen 13 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Tumut Surrounds SA2's current population of 4,832 has been supported by 9 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Tumut Surrounds SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 9, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 has grown by approximately 49 people, while 47 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Tumut Surrounds is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,832 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 8th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,744 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 88 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4,613.74 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Tumut Surrounds SA2 was estimated to be approximately 4,832 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,797 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The tumut surrounds sa2 has added approximately 88 people and shown a 1.85% increase from the 4,744 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is estimated at 1 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Tumut Surrounds hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 84th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 47 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 at 47 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 47 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 47 years as at August 2026, Tumut Surrounds is 4 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 9 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 15.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (7.4% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 27.5% of the population in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,916 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 24th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $62,639 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $712 | 2021 Census, weekly | 30th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 15.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,821 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 29.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is approximately $56,292. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,916.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is approximately $66,635. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $62,639.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is approximately $56,292 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,916 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is approximately $66,635 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,639 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Tumut Surrounds SA2's households (~30.5% / 541 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.5% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is $1,390/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is $1,821/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is $712/wk.
The Tumut Surrounds SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $52,916 and an average of $62,639 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is below the national average, contrasting with Regional NSW's median income of $55,733 and average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $56,292 (median) and $66,635 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is $5,470 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The tumut surrounds sa2's disposable income is $5,470 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Tumut Surrounds demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,445 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,461 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,522 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Tumut Surrounds SA2 has approximately 2,445 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.1%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 stands at 3.1%, which is 1.1 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 Tumut Surrounds SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (24.6% of employment), manufacturing (11.3%), and health care & social assistance (10.3%). Other significant employers include construction and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Tumut Surrounds 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 Tumut Surrounds SA2 is 60.3%, 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 trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The tumut surrounds sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 24.6% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 4.6, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The tumut surrounds sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.0% growth, ranking 18th out of 37 regions nationally.
Skilled workers will find selective opportunities in the Tumut Surrounds SA2, with knowledge-based sectors representing 21.4% of local jobs. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (10.3%), education & training (6.9%), and professional & technical (2.6%).
Tumut Surrounds faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 15.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
15.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
42.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The tumut surrounds sa2 ranks in the 15th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 are: Certificate (32.2%), Bachelor Degree (10.9%), Advanced Diploma (9.5%).
29.0% of the population in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.0% in primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, 1.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is 901, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 6 schools within the Tumut Surrounds SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 240 students.
The tumut surrounds sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Tumut Surrounds features high concentrations of couples without children 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 | 27.3% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 33.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,772 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,805 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 71.2% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Tumut Surrounds SA2 had 1,772 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.9% to an estimated 1,805 households today.
The average household size in the Tumut Surrounds 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 71.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.3%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,262 family households, couples with children account for 28.5% of all households, couples without children at home 33.7%, and single parent families 8.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Tumut Surrounds SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 have an average of 2.1 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.7% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 27.3% of all households in the Tumut Surrounds 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 1.7% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Tumut Surrounds 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 | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.3% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 90.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Tumut Surrounds was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.2% of its population being citizens, 90.7% born in Australia, and 95.3% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Tumut Surrounds was found to be Christianity, which makes up 67.1% of people in Tumut Surrounds. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Tumut Surrounds are Australian, comprising 33.9% of the population, English, comprising 31.8% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 3.5% of Tumut Surrounds (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.1% (vs 8.0%) and South African at 0.4% (vs 0.2%).
9.3% of the Tumut Surrounds SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
4.7% of the population in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.5% of the Tumut Surrounds SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
88.2% of the Tumut Surrounds SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Tumut Surrounds 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 | 15.7% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 52.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,300 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 18th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.1% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $200 | 2021 Census, weekly | 6th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 14.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Tumut Surrounds SA2, 52.2% of homes are owned outright, 32.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.4% of dwellings in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 are houses.
In the Tumut Surrounds SA2, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 stands at 52.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is $1,300, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is $553, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Tumut Surrounds SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 21.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 14.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 21.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 14.4% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 consists of 97.4% detached houses, 1.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Tumut Surrounds consumes approximately 9.2% of median household income ($6,019 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Tumut Surrounds show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health performance in Tumut Surrounds is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 21st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.9% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.1% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
Around 48.8% of people in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Tumut Surrounds SA2, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.9% of people in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.4% of the Tumut Surrounds SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the Tumut Surrounds SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Tumut Surrounds SA2, 48.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 35 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 35th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 337 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 97th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 230 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 14 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 28 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 16.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 337 public transport stops within the Tumut Surrounds SA2.
The Tumut Surrounds SA2 has 230 weekly trips across 28 routes, averaging 32 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 695 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 4.3 km away and the nearest GP 5.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 337 stops nearby, 230 weekly trips, access rating 35 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 24 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 24th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 5.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 5.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 9.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 17.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 70.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 71.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 29 places in Tumut Surrounds, about 7.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Tumut Surrounds, placing the area among the bottom 16% of areas assessed nationally.
Tumut Surrounds has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 8% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Tumut Surrounds's affordable property market has recorded 109 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 80% residential, 13% commercial and 7% vacant land transactions.
Tumut Surrounds is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Tumut Surrounds hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
The labour market in Tumut Surrounds demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
Tumut Surrounds faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Tumut Surrounds features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
Tumut Surrounds is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Tumut Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Tumut Surrounds is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Tumut Surrounds has an estimated 4,832 residents, up 1.9% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Tumut Surrounds.
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 Tumut Surrounds.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (113021262). 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 (May 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 Tumut Surrounds 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 Tumut Surrounds 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.
