Suburb profile · Rest of NSW
Tathra has an estimated 1,504 residents, down 1.5% since the 2021 Census, with 46 projects tracked in the area around Tathra.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Tathra is located 178 kilometres south-southeast from Canberra CBD. Its population is estimated at around 1,504 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate reflects minimal change from the 1,527 people recorded in the 2021 Census. AreaSearch highlights limited population expansion, strong outright home ownership, a low average household size, above-average children per family and a notable 65 to 74yo demographic.
Tathra's profile also features an elevated hospitality employment base and a strong semi-detached presence. Mature and retirement agedandolder australians form a high proportion of residents, many living in lone person households or couples without children, while income levels are in the lower quartile. The location of Bega - Tathra in NSW, Australia is known for its picturesque coastal landscape and small-town charm, with pristine beaches, rolling green hills, clear waters and golden sandy shores.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Tathra is located 178 kilometres south-southeast from Canberra CBD. Its population is estimated at around 1,504 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate reflects minimal change from the 1,527 people recorded in the 2021 Census. AreaSearch highlights limited population expansion, strong outright home ownership, a low average household size, above-average children per family and a notable 65 to 74yo demographic.
Tathra's profile also features an elevated hospitality employment base and a strong semi-detached presence. Mature and retirement agedandolder australians form a high proportion of residents, many living in lone person households or couples without children, while income levels are in the lower quartile. The location of Bega - Tathra in NSW, Australia is known for its picturesque coastal landscape and small-town charm, with pristine beaches, rolling green hills, clear waters and golden sandy shores.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,751 in 2006 and 1,487 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 1,504 (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, 20.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 28.5%.
Tathra ranks in the 73rd percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 72nd for health.
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 Tathra is $538 a week, up 0.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.7%.
7% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $360 in 2017, $571 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Pimms Court, Tathra NSW 2550 | $870,000 | 14 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Bay View Drive, Tathra NSW 2550 | $1,080,000 | 11 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 86 Pacific Street, Tathra NSW 2550 | $1,050,000 | 5 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Bega Street, Tathra NSW 2550 | $2,120,000 | 20 Apr 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Woollybutt Way, Tathra NSW 2550 | $1,800,000 | 20 Apr 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Beach Street, Tathra NSW 2550 | $1,950,000 | 16 Apr 2026 | Street address |
| 3 John Taylor Crescent, Tathra NSW 2550 | $1,250,000 | 2 Apr 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Beach Street, Tathra NSW 2550 | $1,575,000 | 1 Apr 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Sanctuary Place, Tathra NSW 2550 | $1,038,500 | 24 Mar 2026 | Street address |
| 127 Bega Street, Tathra NSW 2550 | $1,260,000 | 18 Mar 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 9 May 2025 (the latest settled 14 Aug 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $1,039,250 (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 | $538 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +0.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.20m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $775k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,039,250 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 9 May 2025 to 14 Aug 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $571 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $448 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +10.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, South Coast | $527 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, South Coast, over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Capital Region | $561 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Capital Region, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 28 tracked applications: 6 approved, 5 under assessment, 17 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 46 projects in and around Tathra, 13 of them under construction.
Upgrade of the Bega Sewage Treatment Plant to increase treatment capacity, improve compliance with NSW EPA licence requirements, enhance energy efficiency, improve sludge handling and wet weather performance, and provide capacity for the next 20 to 30 years.
A council-led planning proposal to rezone approximately 279 hectares of land south of the Bega township to enable around 2,200 new residential lots across three new neighbourhoods (Eastern, Central and Western precincts).
Repurposing of the former Bega TAFE site on Barrack and East Streets into a 72-lot subdivision, yielding approximately 95 future homes. The project includes a 20-unit Seniors Living development, 4 lots for key worker and affordable housing, and 67 lots for the private market.
New residential land subdivision and construction of homes in central Tura Beach. The estate offers 20 spacious residential lots ranging from 900m2 to 1500m2 on level ground. Infrastructure including roads, power, water, and sewage have been installed, and new bespoke homes are actively being constructed by developer Tura Beach Homes Pty Ltd.
The final stages (8, 9, and 13) of the Mirador residential estate in Mirador NSW, involving the clearing of approximately 21.39 ha of native vegetation on a 52.5 ha site for low-density housing lots and associated infrastructure.
A previously approved residential development for a four-storey complex with 40 luxury apartments and 68 car spaces on a 4,084sqm site. The project was put on hold due to rising construction costs and the site is currently being advertised for sale by the developer.
A new commercial development featuring BCF and Supercheap Auto stores.
Proposal for a 100-room, four-plus star hotel and conference facility above the existing Club Sapphire on Main Street, Merimbula, part of the club's strategy to diversify income and reduce reliance on gaming revenue.
A five-storey mixed-use development with commercial uses on the ground floor and 52 residential apartments above. The project aims to increase housing diversity and includes street improvements and public domain works.
A luxury short stay hotel precinct on the site of the former Norfolk Pines Motel, marketed as 'Templo' (also referenced by developer Bulum Group as 'Mati'), comprising 14 townhouses, a 25-room hotel with day spa and gym, a rooftop bar, and a restaurant.
A new skatepark at Ford Park to replace the existing aging skatepark at Berrambool. The new facility will be adjacent to the existing basketball court, inclusive play area, and the beach, and will focus on beginner to intermediate skill levels with some advanced elements.
An 86-unit seniors housing facility in Merimbula approved by the NSW Land and Environment Court following a deemed refusal by the Bega Valley Shire Council.
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Estimated completion year of the 15 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 5, 2027 4, 2028 2, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1. 24 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 28 substantial development applications lodged in and around Tathra over the period covered (about 3.9 years), 25 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 25.
Key application 1-7 Bega Street, Tathra Retail | $324k Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 28 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.9 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 21st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 3 | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.9 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.9 years) |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Tathra area has seen 5 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Tathra's current population of 1,504 has been supported by 3 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Tathra has seen 1.7 approvals 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 597 people in the suburb of Tathra, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Tathra's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 3, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Tathra has seen 13 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Tathra include: Princes Highway Safety And Capacity: Nowra, Nsw To Victorian Border (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure projects impacting the suburb of Tathra are primarily focused on Transport & Logistics.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the suburb of Tathra, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
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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.
Tathra has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,504 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -1.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 73 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,527 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 20.76 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Tathra was estimated to be approximately 1,504 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,487 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Tathra has lost approximately 23 people and shown a 1.51% decrease from the 1,527 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Tathra is estimated at 72 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Tathra has shown a compound annual growth rate of -1.3% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Tathra is driven by: Overseas migration (50.0%), Interstate migration (50.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 50.0% of overall population gains.
Tathra ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 56 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 97th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 37.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.0% | 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 | 56 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 8.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 20.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Tathra at 56 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 56 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 56 years as at August 2026, Tathra is 13 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 18 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Tathra compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 20.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Tathra compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 7.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Tathra show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most over-represented age groups are 65-74 year-olds (20.7% vs 12.3%) and 85+ year-olds (4.3% vs 2.9%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (7.1% vs 11.9%) and 25-34 year-olds (7.2% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 11.6% of the population in the suburb of Tathra as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 37.1% of the population in the suburb of Tathra as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 81% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $50,644 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $61,940 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,221 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $746 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 14.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,562 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 31.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Tathra is approximately $53,875. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $50,644.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Tathra is approximately $65,892. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $61,940.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Tathra is approximately $53,875 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $50,644 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Tathra is approximately $65,892 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,940 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Tathra's households (~28.4% / 203 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Tathra is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 28.4% 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 suburb of Tathra is $1,221/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Tathra is $1,562/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Tathra is $746/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Tathra is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $50,644 while the average income stands at $61,940. 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 $53,875 (median) and $65,892 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Tathra is $4,585 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Tathra's disposable income is $4,585 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Tathra demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 50.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 660 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,380 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 680 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Tathra has approximately 660 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Tathra stands at 2.9%, which is 1.2 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 suburb of Tathra is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.1% of employment), accommodation & food (15.0%), and education & training (12.4%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Tathra has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 suburb of Tathra is 50.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Tathra shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 15.0% of the local workforce compared to 7.8% across Regional NSW. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Tathra'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 2.2% growth, ranking 17th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Tathra sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 21.6% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 31.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 20.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
31.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Tathra have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
34.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Tathra have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The suburb of Tathra ranks in the 51th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Tathra are: Certificate (24.6%), Bachelor Degree (21.6%), Advanced Diploma (10.1%).
20.2% of the population in the suburb of Tathra is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.9% in primary school, 6.2% in secondary school, 2.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Tathra is 1030, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Tathra, with a combined enrollment of approximately 183 students.
The suburb of Tathra includes 1 primary school.
Tathra features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.0 people | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 36.5% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 16.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 714 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 703 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 61.2% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Tathra had 714 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 1.5% to an estimated 703 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Tathra is 2.0 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 61.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (36.5%), group households (2.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 437 family households, couples with children account for 16.5% of all households, couples without children at home 35.9%, and single parent families 8.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Tathra shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 36.5% (versus 27.9% in Regional NSW). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 61.2% compared to 68.8% in Regional NSW. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Tathra have an average of 2.0 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 49.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.7% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 36.5% of all households in the suburb of Tathra, higher 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 2.5% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Tathra 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 | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.7% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 94.0% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.9% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Tathra was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.9% of its population born in Australia, 94.0% being citizens, and 95.7% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Tathra, at 45.2% of people, although more residents (52.2%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 1.5% of the population, compared to 0.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Tathra are English, comprising 33.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.0% of the population, and Irish, comprising 12.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.3% of Tathra (vs 0.2% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.6% (vs 8.0%) and German at 4.2% (vs 3.1%).
12.1% of the suburb of Tathra population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
4.3% of the population in the suburb of Tathra speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
1.0% of the suburb of Tathra population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
94.0% of the suburb of Tathra population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Tathra 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 | 27.6% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 52.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 76.7% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,603 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 17.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $320 | 2021 Census, weekly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Tathra, 52.2% of homes are owned outright, 20.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 27.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 76.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Tathra are houses.
In the suburb of Tathra, 4.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 17.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Tathra stands at 52.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Tathra is $1,603, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Tathra is $706, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Tathra, households with mortgages typically spend 30.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Tathra is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Tathra shows mortgage holders spending 30.3% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 26.2% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Tathra consists of 76.7% detached houses, 17.3% semi-detached dwellings, 4.5% apartments, and 1.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Tathra consumes approximately 13.4% of median household income ($5,287 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Tathra's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 49.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 25th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 61.3% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
Around 49.6% of people in the suburb of Tathra are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Tathra, 4.7% 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 suburb of Tathra are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.6% of the suburb of Tathra population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.1% of people in the suburb of Tathra have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Tathra, 49.6% 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 | 44 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 44th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 27 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 120 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 56 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 27 public transport stops within the suburb of Tathra.
The suburb of Tathra has 120 weekly trips across 7 routes, averaging 17 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 157 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest pharmacy is 716 m away and the nearest school 821 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 27 stops nearby, 120 weekly trips, access rating 44 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 30 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 30th percentile nationally |
| Nearest pharmacy | 716 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 821 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 838 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 999 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest child care | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 11.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 13.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 13.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 13.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 13.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 93.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Tathra is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Tathra has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Tathra's resilient property market has recorded 34 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 88% residential and 12% vacant land transactions.
Tathra has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Tathra ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income figures position the area below 81% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
The labour market in Tathra demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
Educational attainment in Tathra sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Tathra features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
Tathra is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Tathra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Tathra's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Tathra has an estimated 1,504 residents, down 1.5% since the 2021 Census, with 46 projects tracked in the area around Tathra.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 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 Tathra.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Aug 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or 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 (SAL13789). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Tathra 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 Tathra 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.
