Tarro

Tarro is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Tarro is around 1,711. This figure represents an increase of 8 people from the 2021 Census count of 1,703. The increase is inferred from a resident population estimate of 1,710 by AreaSearch, based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and validation of two new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 295 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration contributed approximately 55% of overall population gains during recent periods for Tarro.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, Tarro is expected to grow by 64 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of approximately 3.7% over the 17-year period.

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

Tarro had less than one dwelling approval annually over five years, from 2015 to 2019 inclusive. This minimal residential development activity is typical of rural areas with modest housing needs and limited construction activity due to local demand and infrastructure capacity. Notably, the small sample size can significantly impact annual growth and relative statistics.

Compared to Rest of NSW, Tarro had much lower development activity during this period. Nationally, development activity was higher than in Tarro.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three projects expected to impact the region: M1 Pacific Motorway Extension to Raymond Terrace, Beresfield Industrial Park Expansion, Beresfield Residential Precinct, and Hexham Relief Roads. Relevant details are provided below.

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Employment conditions in Tarro face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Tarro's workforce comprises both white and blue-collar employees, with significant representation from manufacturing and industrial sectors. Its unemployment rate stands at 10.1%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025742 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 6.1% higher than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation in Tarro is lower at 56.3%, compared to Regional NSW's 61.3%. Census responses indicate that only 10.1% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Manufacturing particularly stands out with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level.

Conversely, education & training has lower representation at 4.8%, compared to Regional NSW's average of 9.6%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as suggested by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Tarro's labour force increased by 1.1% while employment declined by 2.4%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 3.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW recorded an employment decline of 1.2%, labour force decline of 0.8%, and an unemployment increase of 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Tarro's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Tarro's median taxpayer income in financial year 2023 was $54,737, with an average of $63,634. This is lower than the national average, contrasting with Regional NSW's median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $59,587 (median) and $69,272 (average). According to Census 2021 data, income levels in Tarro fall between the 11th and 14th percentiles nationally. The majority of residents, 28.3% or 484 people, earn within the $400 - 799 bracket, differing from regional levels where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is predominant at 29.9%. Income analysis shows that only 84.3% of income remains after housing costs, ranking Tarro at the 12th percentile for affordability pressures.

Tarro is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Tarro's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.1% houses and 6.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasted with Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Tarro stood at 46.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.4% and rented ones at 21.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent in Tarro was $340, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Tarro's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 61.9% of all households, including 22.0% couples with children, 27.3% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 38.1%, with lone person households at 33.9% and group households comprising 3.5%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Tarro faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.0%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common, at 7.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.2%) and graduate diplomas (0.6%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 37.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (6.9%) and certificates (30.5%).

A notable 22.4% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, including 8.7% in primary, 5.4% in secondary, and 2.7% in tertiary education.

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

Tarro has 18 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 22 routes, collectively facilitating 2,431 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average proximity of 154 meters to the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most Tarro residents commute outward, with cars being the primary mode of transport at 94%. The area has an average vehicle ownership of 1.3 per dwelling, below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 10.1% of residents work from home, a figure potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 347 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 135 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Tarro is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Tarro faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high across various health conditions that affect both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is more prevalent than average at approximately 52% of the total population (~891 people). The most common medical conditions in Tarro are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 13.4% and 10.7% of residents respectively. Conversely, 55.4% of residents claim to be free from medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Health challenges among working-age individuals are notable due to elevated chronic condition rates. Tarro has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 27.2% (465 people) compared to the 23.4% in Regional NSW. While health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, they align broadly with national rankings for the general population.

Tarro is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Tarro had a cultural diversity below average, with 92.0% of its population born in Australia, 92.7% being citizens, and 95.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Tarro, comprising 56.6% of its population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (34.9%), English (32.3%), and Scottish (7.7%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal was overrepresented at 6.1%, compared to the regional average of 4.6%. Hungarian and Polish populations were also higher than regional averages, at 0.3% and 0.7% respectively, versus 0.2% and 0.5%.

Tarro hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Tarro's median age is 44 years, similar to Regional NSW's 43 and above the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, Tarro has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (14.8%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (9.4%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the population aged 35-44 grew from 10.4% to 12.8%, while the 25-34 age group increased from 12.8% to 14.8%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group declined from 11.2% to 9.7%, and the 55-64 age group decreased from 12.7% to 11.2%. By 2041, Tarro's population is expected to experience notable changes in its age composition. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 16%, reaching 294 residents from 253. Meanwhile, the 65-74 and 5-14 age groups are expected to see population declines.