Tarrawanna

Tarrawanna has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population of Tarrawanna is around 2,248. This reflects an increase of 64 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,184. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 2,245 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 895 persons per square kilometer. Tarrawanna's growth of 2.9% since census positions it within 1.1 percentage points of the SA3 area (4.0%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth for the suburb.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to expand by 207 persons to reach 2,455 by 2041, reflecting a gain of 9.5% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Tarrawanna according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Tarrawanna has experienced around 8 dwellings receiving development approval each year. Approximately 44 homes have been approved over the past 5 financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, with an additional 3 approved so far in FY-26. On average, about 0.9 new residents per year per dwelling constructed were recorded between FY-21 and FY-25.

The supply of dwellings appears to meet or exceed demand, offering greater buyer choice while supporting potential population growth above projections. The average construction value of new dwellings is $525,000. In the current financial year, $7.8 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting limited focus on commercial development compared to residential. Compared to Rest of NSW, Tarrawanna records around 68% of building activity per person and ranks among the 60th percentile of areas assessed nationally.

Recent construction comprises an equal split between detached dwellings (50%) and attached dwellings (50%), indicating a focus on higher-density living which can create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. Tarrawanna shows characteristics of a low density area with around 250 people per dwelling approval. Future projections estimate an addition of 214 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Existing development levels appear aligned with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Tarrawanna has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

AreaSearch has identified nine projects that could impact the area's performance significantly. These include major changes to local infrastructure and planning initiatives. Key projects are IRT Towradgi Park Seniors Housing Redevelopment, Corrimal Transport Oriented Development Area, Wilga Street Block Rezoning and Development Control Plan Amendment, and 61 Marlo Road Towradgi - Three Townhouses. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Tarrawanna recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Tarrawanna has a skilled workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.2% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.6%.

As of June 2025, there are 1,054 residents employed, and the unemployment rate is 0.5% higher than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation in Tarrawanna lags at 50.8%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. Education & training is particularly specialized with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.7% versus the regional average of 5.3%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population comparison. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 1.6%, and labour force increased by 1.3%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points in Tarrawanna. In contrast, Rest of NSW experienced a 0.1% employment decline and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years for national employment. Applying these projections to Tarrawanna's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that income in Tarrawanna is just below the national average. The median assessed income is $48,932 while the average income stands at $62,886. This contrasts with Rest of NSW's figures where the median income is $49,459 and the average income is $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $55,102 (median) and $70,816 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Tarrawanna, between the 23rd and 32nd percentiles. Looking at income distribution, the predominant cohort spans 26.3% of locals (591 people) in the $1,500 - $2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen in the broader area where 29.9% similarly occupy this range. Economic diversity characterizes the district with 33.8% in constrained financial circumstances yet 22.4% achieving substantial weekly earnings. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.0% of income remaining, ranking at the 31st percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Tarrawanna displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Tarrawanna's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 62.8% houses and 37.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Non-Metro NSW had 58.9% houses and 41.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Tarrawanna was 40.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.2% and rented ones at 31.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $2,189. Median weekly rent in Tarrawanna was $340, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $400. Nationally, Tarrawanna's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $340 compared to the national figure of $375.

Tarrawanna features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 66.0% of all households, including 29.5% couples with children, 25.6% couples without children, and 9.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 34.0%, with lone person households at 31.1% and group households comprising 2.8%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Tarrawanna fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Educational qualifications in Tarrawanna trail regional benchmarks; 25.6% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees compared to the SA3 area's 33.6%. This gap indicates potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 16.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 36.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (26.5%).

Educational participation is high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education; this includes 10.1% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education. Tarrawanna Public School serves the local area with an enrollment of 154 students as of the latest data point; it operates under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 977), offering balanced educational opportunities for primary education only. Secondary options are available in nearby areas due to limited local school capacity, which stands at 6.8 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 14.9.

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

The analysis of public transport in Tarrawanna shows that there are currently 11 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 17 individual routes providing service to the region. The combined weekly passenger trips across all routes amount to 372.

Residents' accessibility to public transport is rated as good, with an average distance of 213 meters from their homes to the nearest transport stop. On average, there are 53 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 33 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Tarrawanna is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Tarrawanna faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Private health cover stands at approximately 52% (1,164 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area's 56.6%.

The most prevalent medical issues are arthritis (11.3%) and mental health concerns (8.4%). However, 64.8% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 68.6% in Rest of NSW. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 28.5% (640 people), higher than the 17.7% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors generally align with the overall population's health profile.

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

Tarrawanna's cultural diversity is above average, with 21.5% of its population born overseas and 15.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Tarrawanna, accounting for 60.3% of people, compared to 51.0% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (25.9%), English (25.3%), and Scottish (7.7%).

Notably, Serbian (1.0%) is overrepresented in Tarrawanna compared to the regional average of 0.8%. Similarly, Dutch (2.2%) and Macedonian (2.0%) groups are also more prevalent than their respective regional averages of 1.5% each.

Tarrawanna hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Tarrawanna's median age is 47 years, which is significantly higher than the Rest of NSW average of 43 and substantially exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 85+ make up 6.9%, while the 65-74 group constitutes 10.1%. In comparison, the Rest of NSW has a larger proportion in the 65-74 age group. Between 2021 and the present, the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 9.6% to 11.4%, while the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 9.8% to 10.9%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort decreased from 12.8% to 11.7%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 12.5% to 11.4%. By 2041, Tarrawanna's age composition is expected to change notably. The 85+ group is projected to grow by 53% (82 people), reaching 238 from 155. Meanwhile, the 5-14 and 15-24 cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.