Taylor

Taylor lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Taylor is around 8,506, reflecting an increase of 6,286 people since the 2021 Census. The population in 2021 was recorded as 2,220 people. This growth represents a 283.2% increase from the census figure. The current population density is 477 persons per square kilometer. Interstate migration contributed approximately 86.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. According to ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, Taylor's population is predicted to grow by 6,198 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 37.7% over the 16-year period.

This growth places the suburb in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas for projected population growth.

The level of residential development activity in Taylor was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Taylor indicates approximately 406 dwellings received development approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 2,032 homes were approved, with an additional 107 approved so far in FY-26. Each dwelling built over these years resulted in an average of 2.1 new residents per year, reflecting strong demand that supports property values.

The average expected construction cost value for new homes was $404,000, suggesting developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. This financial year has seen $249,000 in commercial approvals, indicating a predominantly residential focus. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Taylor has 1982.0% more construction activity per person, offering greater choice for buyers despite recent easing of construction activity. This level is above average nationally, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction comprises 59.0% standalone homes and 41.0% attached dwellings, featuring an increasing blend of attached housing types to provide choices across price ranges. This shift from the existing housing composition (currently 83.0% houses) indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles requiring more diverse, affordable housing options.

With around 48 people per dwelling approval, Taylor exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Population forecasts suggest Taylor will gain 3,204 residents by 2041, with current development rates expected to comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Taylor has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 12 projects potentially impacting the area. Notable projects include Taylor Residential Estate, North Gungahlin Health Centre, Taylor Childcare Centre Site with Residential Development Approval, and Taylor Local Centre (Site C). The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Taylor remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Taylor's workforce is highly educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 5.7% over the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.3%. As of December 2025, there were 2,504 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 1.9% higher than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Taylor lagged significantly at 44.0%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 70.5%. According to Census responses, only 9.0% of residents worked from home. Employment was concentrated in public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical sectors. The area had a particular specialization in health care & social assistance with an employment share of 1.5 times the regional level.

However, public administration & safety had limited presence at 23.7% compared to the regional average of 30.4%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data comparing working population and resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.3%, while labour force grew by 3.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.7 percentage points. In comparison, Australian Capital Territory recorded employment growth of 0.9% and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Taylor. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates varying significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Taylor's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Taylor's median income among taxpayers was $62,318. The average income was $72,164, both figures above the national average. In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory had a median of $72,206 and an average of $85,981. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Taylor would be approximately $68,824 (median) and $79,698 (average) as of March 2026. Census data indicates that household, family and personal incomes in Taylor rank highly nationally, between the 86th and 93rd percentiles. The earnings profile shows 39.1% of Taylor's population (3,325 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, aligning with the surrounding region where this cohort represents 34.3%. Notably, 40.1% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting areas of prosperity that drive robust local economic activity. High housing costs consume 18.0% of income, however strong earnings still place disposable income at the 91st percentile nationally.

Taylor is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Taylor, as per the latest Census evaluation, 83.4% of dwellings were houses while 16.7% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This contrasts with the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Taylor stood at 3.8%, with mortgaged properties making up 70.5% and rented ones comprising 25.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,500, higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080. The median weekly rent in Taylor was recorded at $282, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's $450. Nationally, Taylor's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

Taylor features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 88.2% of all households, including 57.5% couples with children, 18.6% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 11.8%, with lone person households at 9.4% and group households making up 2.5%. The median household size is 3.4 people, larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

Taylor shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Taylor's residents aged 15 and above have a higher educational attainment than broader benchmarks. 53.4% of Taylor's residents hold university qualifications, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 46.3% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 29.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (20.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational pathways account for 24.6% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas making up 12.6% and certificates 12.0%.

Educational participation is high in Taylor, with 36.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.1% in primary education, 7.0% in tertiary education, and 5.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

Taylor has 14 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 23 different routes that collectively facilitate 1,621 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in Taylor is rated as good, with residents typically residing 311 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 90% of residents, while only 6% use buses. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling in Taylor, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 9.0% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 231 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 115 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Taylor is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Taylor's health outcomes exceed average levels, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age groups exhibit low incidence of common health conditions.

Private health cover is high, at approximately 56% of the total population (~4,737 people), compared to 62.4% in Australian Capital Territory. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (5.0%) and mental health issues (4.8%). A majority, 84.5%, report no medical ailments, higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 70.2%. Working-age residents display low chronic condition prevalence. Only 2.8% of residents are aged 65 and over (238 people), lower than the Australian Capital Territory's 14.3%. Senior health outcomes rank nationally higher than those of the general population.

Taylor is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Taylor, one of the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, has 55.6% of its population born overseas and 66.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Taylor, comprising 27.1% of people, while Hinduism is overrepresented at 23.4%, significantly higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.8%. The top three ancestry groups in Taylor are Other (32.4%), Indian (20.7%), and Australian (14.2%).

Notably, Croatian (1.5%) and Sri Lankan (0.9%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Taylor compared to regional averages of 0.9% and 0.4%, respectively, while Korean is also notably higher at 1.2%.

Taylor hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Taylor has a median age of 31, which is younger than the Australian Capital Territory figure of 35 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Taylor has a higher concentration of residents aged 35-44 (25.6%), but fewer residents aged 55-64 (3.0%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is well above the national figure of 14.3%. Between 2021 and present, the population aged 45 to 54 has grown from 6.8% to 11.2%, while the cohort aged 35 to 44 increased from 22.2% to 25.6%. Conversely, the cohort aged 25 to 34 declined from 24.6% to 18.3%, and the group aged 55 to 64 dropped from 4.4% to 3.0%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Taylor's age structure, with the cohort aged 45 to 54 projected to grow exceptionally, expanding by 977 people (103%) from 952 to 1,930.