Tamarama

Tamarama has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of November 2025, the estimated population for the Tamarama statistical area (Lv2) is around 1,606. This figure represents an increase of 128 people from the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,478. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 1,601 in June 2024, based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS and an additional 13 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 5,353 persons per square kilometer, placing Tamarama (SA2) in the top 10% nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth rate of 8.7% since the 2021 census surpassed both the SA3 area at 5.8% and the SA4 region, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 78.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth for the area.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year were utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, population growth is anticipated to slow nationally, with Tamarama (SA2) projected to grow by 37 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a decline of 1.2% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Tamarama, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Tamarama had approximately 9 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 49 homes were approved, with 3 more in FY-26 as of the current time.

Despite population decline, housing supply has been adequate relative to demand, maintaining a balanced market with good buyer choice. New properties are constructed at an average value of $1,490,000, targeting the premium market segment. Compared to Greater Sydney, Tamarama shows 118.0% higher development activity per person. Building activity has slowed in recent years, but new developments consist of 50.0% standalone homes and 50.0% attached dwellings, providing accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. Notably, developers are constructing more detached housing than the existing pattern implies (23.0% at Census), reflecting strong demand for family homes amidst densification trends.

With around 309 people per dwelling approval, Tamarama exhibits a developing market. Given stable or declining population forecasts, Tamarama may experience less housing pressure in the future, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Tamarama has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects that could influence the region. Notable ones are Miramar Bronte, Bronte Collection, Pacific Ave, Tamarama, and Pearl Bondi Beach. The following details these projects, focusing on those most relevant.

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The employment environment in Tamarama shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Tamarama has an educated workforce with high representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 3.6%.

Over the past year, estimated employment growth was 2.6%. As of September 2025, 1,034 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.6% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Tamarama is high at 71.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading employment industries include professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance.

Professional & technical employment is notably concentrated, at 2.3 times the regional average. Health care & social assistance, however, shows lower representation at 8.1% versus the regional average of 14.1%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 2.6%, while labour force also increased by 2.6%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.1% and unemployment rose slightly. State-level data from NSW to 25-Nov shows employment contracted by 0.03%, with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. Nationally, the unemployment rate is 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Tamarama's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.7% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The suburb of Tamarama has one of the highest income levels nationally, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest ATO data for the financial year ended 30 June 2023. In Tamarama, the median income among taxpayers is $94,007, and the average income stands at $192,343. These figures compare with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% between financial years 2023 and 2025 (as of September 2025), estimated incomes would be approximately $102,336 (median) and $209,385 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Tamarama rank highly nationally, between the 99th and 99th percentiles. Income analysis shows that 55.1% of residents earn over $4,000 weekly (884 individuals), which differs from metropolitan patterns where earnings predominantly fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range (30.9%). A significant 65.6% of Tamarama's population earns above $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 14.2% of income, and residents rank highly in disposable income, placing them within the 99th percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Tamarama features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Tamarama, as per the latest Census, consisted of 22.9% houses and 77.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 18.3% houses and 81.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Tamarama was at 27.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.9% and rented ones at 46.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $4,109, higher than Sydney metro's average of $3,600. Median weekly rent in Tamarama was $850, compared to Sydney metro's $670. Nationally, Tamarama's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $4,109 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Tamarama features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 69.0% of all households, including 31.3% couples with children, 29.9% couples without children, and 6.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 31.0%, with lone person households at 21.6% and group households making up 10.1%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.3.

Tamarama demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Tamarama's educational attainment exceeds national and state averages. Among residents aged 15+, 64.4% hold university qualifications, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% in NSW. Bachelor degrees are the most common (43.8%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (17.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Vocational pathways account for 15.6%, with advanced diplomas at 8.3% and certificates at 7.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.6% currently enrolled in formal education: 7.3% in primary, 7.2% in tertiary, and 6.9% in secondary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Tamarama has eight active public transport stops currently in operation. These stops are served by a mix of bus routes, with two distinct routes providing a total of 792 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 98 meters from their nearest stop.

On average, there are 113 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 99 weekly trips per individual stop.

Tamarama's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Tamarama shows excellent health outcomes across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover stands at approximately 102% of the total population (1,645 people), significantly higher than Greater Sydney's 88.6%, and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions in Tamarama, affecting 5.0% and 4.8% of residents respectively.

A total of 82.3% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.6% across Greater Sydney. As of 19th February 2022, Tamarama has 8.7% (139 people) of its population aged 65 and over, lower than the 16.4% in Greater Sydney. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong and largely align with those of the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Tamarama was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Tamarama's population was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 13.3% speaking a language other than English at home and 34.4% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Tamarama, composing 36.5%. However, Judaism is notably underrepresented at 7.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's average of 16.0%.

The top three ancestral groups are English (25.1%), Australian (21.8%), and Other (10.7%). Notably, French ancestry is overrepresented at 2.3% versus the regional average of 1.5%, as are New Zealand (1.6% vs 0.8%) and Russian (1.2% vs 1.6%) ancestries.

Tamarama's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Tamarama's median age is 35 years, slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 and the national average of 38. The 25-34 age group makes up 22.2% of Tamarama's population, compared to Greater Sydney's percentage, while the 65-74 cohort is less prevalent at 4.2%. This 25-34 concentration is higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 10.4% to 12.4%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 15.0% to 13.3% and the 65 to 74 group has dropped from 5.7% to 4.2%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Tamarama. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow by 21 people (an increase of 113%), from 19 to 41. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 85% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Conversely, both the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.