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Greater Sydney / Wollondilly
$550
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
-8.2%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
9,219
People
17 Jul 2026
+59.6%
Growth since 2021
Census
97
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL13742How we calculate this
How figures are calculatedFigures are extracted from the sources listed here at the observation date shown, and displayed unchanged. Rank bars use the profile's score out of 10 where one exists. Missing values are shown as unavailable — never estimated or back-filled.
Suburb (SAL) analysis
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9,219
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 5,777 people
16.98 km²
Land area
542.9 /km²
Density
3.5%
Unemployment
182 /yr
Resi approvals
The suburb of Tahmoor is situated 70 kilometers southwest of the Sydney CBD in New South Wales, Australia. It is widely recognised for its scenic countryside, historical legacy, and close-knit community. Set against a backdrop of rolling hills, natural greenery, and rural charm, the area provides a peaceful lifestyle for its residents. The suburb's history is closely tied to railway development and colonial architecture, reflected in its heritage pubs, antique shops, and local village retail. Throughout the year, local events and outdoor activities help build community engagement and maintain a active local culture. As of May 2026, the population of the suburb of Tahmoor is estimated at approximately 9,219 residents, representing a 59.6% increase of 3,442 people since the 2021 Census recorded 5,777 residents. This latest estimate is based on annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population data and quarterly national address validation updates. The local economy features a notable construction and retail trade workforce, alongside a high proportion of children. Development activity and growth indicators remain well above average, placing the suburb of Tahmoor among the fastest-growing regions in the country with exceptionally high property sales volumes relative to its population size.
Estimated residents are up from 5,777 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,442 people, or 59.6%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Population growth
Tahmoor ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for population growth, with the population up +59.6% since the 2021 Census.
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 3,213 residents by 2041 — growth of 34.9% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Tahmoor, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 67th percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.1% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Below-average amenity provision
Tahmoor ranks in the 7th percentile nationally for amenities (score 0.7/10).
Thin local amenity can cap price premiums relative to better-serviced neighbouring suburbs.
Lower education outcomes
Tahmoor ranks in the 22nd percentile nationally for education (score 2.2/10).
School quality and attainment influence family demand, a key driver of long-term owner-occupier depth.
Weak housing market ranking
Tahmoor ranks in the 9th percentile nationally for housing (score 0.9/10).
A low composite housing ranking suggests the local market has lagged comparable areas on the measures Districts tracks.
High development activity
Residential development activity ranks in the 99th percentile nationally, with 914 dwelling approvals over five years.
Strong incoming supply can absorb demand and dampen rent and price growth until new stock is taken up.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Tahmoor. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
The level of residential development activity in Tahmoor was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country
Detail
According to building approval figures from the ABS compiled by Districts, the suburb of Tahmoor averages approximately 182 approved dwellings annually. This totals 914 home approvals over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 285 approvals during the current FY-26 period. With an average of 3.5 new residents per year arriving for each finished home over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand is outstripping supply, which typically drives up local prices and intensifies buyer competition, while the average expected construction cost for new builds stands at $335,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $5.2 million this financial year, reinforcing the residential focus of the area.
The suburb of Tahmoor demonstrates 79.0% higher construction volume per capita than Greater Sydney, giving purchasers a wider selection of properties. This volume is significantly higher than the national norm, showing clear developer optimism. Recent completions consist of 68.0% standalone houses and 32.0% semi-detached dwellings or apartments, showcasing a growing diversity of attached options that cater to different budgets, from spacious family layouts to affordable compact residences. This represents a distinct shift from the current housing footprint (currently 91.0% houses), indicating a decline in vacant land and addressing changing lifestyle choices and price pressures. With roughly 40 people per approval, the suburb of Tahmoor shows signs of an expanding area.
Projections indicate that the suburb of Tahmoor will add 3,213 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly estimate from Districts. Current building volumes suggest that residential supply will sufficiently accommodate this demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth that surpasses standard projections.
Districts' assessment of the Wollondilly LGA register has identified 222 substantial development applications lodged in Tahmoor over the past 5 years (188 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 51 were approved (23%, or 93% of those decided), 4 were withdrawn (2%), while 59 are under assessment. Districts estimates that 5 of these developments have likely been constructed. The most common application types are retail, childcare and commercial.
222 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 234 | 32,923 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 285 | 31,721 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 114/67.7% | 11,042/41.8% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 54/32.3% | 15,378/58.2% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 182 | 34,917 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 914 | 174,585 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 28 | 5.4 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 27.6 | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 4 | 3.2 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 3.5 | 2 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 39 | 190 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 335 | 362 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 5,166 | 20,118,298 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 99 | 91 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Tahmoor has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally
Detail
Local infrastructure updates, planning projects, and major developments have a significant influence on property market outcomes. Districts has identified a total of 2 key developments poised to affect the local area. Notable projects include the Tahmoor Marketplace Expansion, the Tahmoor Town Centre Revitalisation, the Tahmoor South Coal Project, and the Panorama - North Wilton Precinct, with details provided on the most relevant schemes below.
Retail
PlanningPlanned expansion of Tahmoor Marketplace including additional specialty retail floorspace, supermarket improvements and expanded at-grade parking to support population growth in Tahmoor. The project remains in the planning phase with broader transport planning for the Tahmoor CBD progressing alongside future retail improvements.
Precincts & Urban Renewal
PlanningWollondilly Shire Council-led revitalisation of Tahmoor's main street and town centre, encompassing new retail and commercial spaces, public domain upgrades, and improved pedestrian connections along Remembrance Driveway. The project aims to reinforce Tahmoor as a key service hub for the Wollondilly Shire as the region experiences significant population growth.
Source 1 for Tahmoor Town Centre Revitalisation (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Tahmoor Town Centre Revitalisation (opens in new tab)
Sports & Recreation
ConstructionCouncil-adopted long-term master plan and plan of management for linked open space and recreation areas across Picton Parklands, including Picton Botanic Gardens, Hume Oval, Picton Sportsground, Monds Lane, Picton RSL Park and the creek corridors. Current delivery is focused on the Picton Sportsground multi-use field upgrade for soccer, cricket and Oztag, including earthworks, drainage, irrigation and lighting. Council lists this field upgrade as in progress, started January 2025 and due to finish April 2026, while the wider master plan remains staged subject to funding.
Source 1 for Picton Parklands Master Plan (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Picton Parklands Master Plan (opens in new tab)
Energy
ApprovedUnderground longwall extension of the Tahmoor Colliery into the Bargo area, approved by the Independent Planning Commission in April 2021 (SSD-8445) and modified through to May 2025. The project was approved to extract up to 33 Mt of ROM coking coal from the Bulli seam via longwall mining, extending mine life to approximately 2032. The mine has been shut since February 2025 after owner SIMEC Mining (GFG Alliance) exhausted cash reserves. Liberty Primary Metals Australia entered voluntary administration in November 2025, and the NSW Supreme Court ordered liquidation in March 2026 with McGrathNicol appointed as liquidator.
Source 1 for Tahmoor South Coal Project (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Tahmoor South Coal Project (opens in new tab)
Transport & Logistics
PlanningProposed 2.1-kilometre two-lane bypass of Picton town centre, linking Thirlmere and Tahmoor with the Hume Motorway via Picton Road. The route includes three bridges, the tallest around 38 metres above water level, and a 60km/h design speed. The bypass aims to reduce traffic congestion, improve safety, and provide an emergency evacuation route during bushfire and flood events, supplementing the heritage-listed Victoria Bridge. The NSW and Australian Governments have committed over 18 million dollars for planning, with MRB Technical Services engaged to prepare a concept design and environmental assessment.
Source 1 for Picton Bypass (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Picton Bypass (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around Tahmoor (NSW), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026$1,200,000–$1,250,000
House · 5 bed · 1,100m² land
Listed 2 Feb 2026
Price not recorded
House · 5 bed · 455m² land
Listed 31 July 2025
$981,000
House · 4 bed · 450m² land
Listed 14 May 2025
Price not recorded
Land · 0 bed · 8,081m² land
Listed 28 Mar 2025
$540,000
Land · 0 bed · 489m² land
Listed 16 Jan 2025
$540,000
Land · 0 bed · 684m² land
Listed 23 Jan 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 450m² land
Listed 4 Nov 2025
$1,012,000
House · 4 bed
Listed 16 Oct 2025
$1,080,000
House · 6 bed · 450m² land
Listed 24 Apr 2025
$992,000
House · 4 bed
Listed 31 Oct 2025
$1,080,000
House · 6 bed · 450m² land
Listed 2 May 2025
$1,255,000
House · 6 bed · 450m² land
Listed 25 Nov 2025
Price not recorded
Land · 0 bed · 828m² land
Listed 30 Aug 2025
$1,145,000
House · 4 bed
Listed 2 Oct 2025
Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 3,339m² land
Listed 5 June 2024
$1,227,000
House · 4 bed
Listed 14 Nov 2025
$1,145,000
House · 4 bed
Listed 16 Oct 2025
Price not recorded
House · 6 bed · 450m² land
Listed 17 Feb 2026
$970,000
House · 4 bed · 450m² land
Listed 1 Apr 2026
$1,210,000–$1,275,000
House · 6 bed · 450m² land
Listed 2 Mar 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 536m² land
Listed 27 Mar 2026
$540,000
Land · 0 bed · 476m² land
Listed 12 Mar 2026
Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 450m² land
Listed 9 Feb 2026
$1,212,000
House · 6 bed · 501m² land
Listed 11 Mar 2026
$935,000
House · 3 bed · 450m² land
Listed 17 Feb 2026
$955,000
House · 4 bed · 450m² land
Listed 11 Mar 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 469m² land
Listed 27 Mar 2026
$1,012,000
House · 4 bed · 451m² land
Listed 11 Mar 2026
$1,222,000
House · 6 bed · 469m² land
Listed 1 Apr 2026
$979,200
House · 4 bed · 456m² land
Listed 2 June 2026
Price not recorded
Rural Property · 1 bed · 21,127m² land
Listed 10 July 2026
Price not recorded
House · 6 bed · 450m² land
Listed 23 July 2026
Price not recorded
Townhouse · 4 bed
Listed 13 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
Land · 0 bed · 450m² land
Listed 11 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House · 6 bed · 450m² land
Listed 19 Aug 2026
$2,000,000–$2,200,000
House · 3 bed · 1,000m² land
Listed 20 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
Land · 0 bed · 454m² land
Listed 18 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House · 6 bed · 589m² land
Listed 4 Aug 2026
$750,000–$790,000
House · 3 bed · 200m² land
Listed 24 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 450m² land
Listed 19 Aug 2026
$3,400,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 30,669m² land
Listed 22 May 2025
$3,900,000–$4,100,000
House For Sale · 6 bed · 6,596m² land
Listed 17 June 2025
$3,500,000
House For Sale · 2 bed · 20,234m² land
Listed 10 July 2025
$2,149,000–$2,299,000
House For Sale · 5 bed · 6,919m² land
Listed 8 Aug 2025
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 450m² land
Listed 2 Sept 2025
$900,000–$950,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 1,090m² land
Listed 14 Sept 2025
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 451m² land
Listed 22 Jan 2026
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 450m² land
Listed 22 Jan 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 6 bed · 1,121m² land
Listed 27 Jan 2026
$1,950,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 20,100m² land
Listed 11 Feb 2026
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 450m² land
Listed 15 Feb 2026
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 450m² land
Listed 15 Feb 2026
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 450m² land
Listed 15 Feb 2026
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 451m² land
Listed 15 Feb 2026
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 450m² land
Listed 15 Feb 2026
$1,195,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 5,370m² land
Listed 10 Mar 2026
$560,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 452m² land
Listed 27 Mar 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 5 bed · 4,069m² land
Listed 8 Apr 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 6 bed · 511m² land
Listed 28 Apr 2026
$1,075,000–$1,125,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 975m² land
Listed 11 May 2026
$1,220,000–$1,250,000
House For Sale · 6 bed · 452m² land
Listed 14 May 2026
$2,770,000–$2,970,000
Rural Property For Sale · 4 bed · 20,000m² land
Listed 18 May 2026
$1,099,000–$1,159,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 4,000m² land
Listed 19 May 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 4 bed · 1,000m² land
Listed 21 May 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 8 bed · 3,324m² land
Listed 12 June 2026
$1,029,900
House For Sale · 4 bed · 450m² land
Listed 16 June 2026
$1,050,000–$1,095,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 500m² land
Listed 24 June 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 0 bed · 1,012m² land
Listed 24 June 2026
$680,000–$720,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 801m² land
Listed 3 July 2026
$950,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 1,177m² land
Listed 6 July 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 4 bed · 476m² land
Listed 8 July 2026
$1,200,000–$1,250,000
House For Sale · 6 bed · 450m² land
Listed 9 July 2026
$600,000–$660,000
House For Sale · 0 bed · 1,126m² land
Listed 9 July 2026
$995,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 488m² land
Listed 9 July 2026
$1,080,000–$1,120,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 451m² land
Listed 17 July 2026
$1,180,000–$1,280,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 489m² land
Listed 20 July 2026
$890,000–$930,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 571m² land
Listed 20 July 2026
$1,075,000–$1,175,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 483m² land
Listed 28 July 2026
$2,699,000
Rural Property For Sale · 6 bed · 20,679m² land
Listed 31 July 2026
$875,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 2,010m² land
Listed 1 Aug 2026
$1,150,000–$1,180,000
House For Sale · 4 bed
Listed 2 Aug 2026
$840,000–$890,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 402m² land
Listed 6 Aug 2026
$870,000–$910,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 620m² land
Listed 6 Aug 2026
$890,000–$930,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 556m² land
Listed 6 Aug 2026
$890,000–$930,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 1,045m² land
Listed 14 Aug 2026
$900,000–$990,000
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 17 Aug 2026
$999,000–$1,098,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 713m² land
Listed 17 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 4 bed · 498m² land
Listed 19 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 1,012m² land
Listed 21 Aug 2026
$959,000–$1,019,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 704m² land
Listed 24 Aug 2026
$3,000,000–$3,300,000
House For Sale · 5 bed · 7,954m² land
Listed 26 Aug 2026
$995,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 489m² land
Listed 28 Aug 2026
$1,080,000–$1,130,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 825m² land
Listed 7 Aug 2026
$949,000–$999,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 570m² land
Listed 16 June 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 3 bed · 1,012m² land
Listed 17 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 4 bed · 978m² land
Listed 24 Aug 2026
$2,999,000–$3,199,000
House For Sale · 6 bed · 4,346m² land
Listed 17 Feb 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 98 in 2026 · 206 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Tahmoor with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tahmoor | — | 9,219 | — | — | — |
| Thirlmere | 3.0 km | 6,125 | — | — | — |
| Picton (NSW) | 5.6 km | 6,273 | — | — | — |
| Buxton (NSW) | 6.5 km | 2,567 | — | — | — |
| Bargo | 7.4 km | 4,877 | — | — | — |
| Wilton (NSW) | 9.2 km | 4,933 | — | — | — |
| Douglas Park | 11.9 km | 1,700 | — | — | — |
| Menangle | 15.9 km | 1,556 | — | — | — |
| The Oaks | 16.0 km | 3,308 | — | — | — |
| Hill Top (Wingecarribee - NSW) | 17.1 km | 2,916 | — | — | — |
| Camden Park (NSW) | 17.4 km | 2,306 | — | — | — |
| Appin (NSW) | 18.3 km | 3,775 | — | — | — |
| Camden South | 18.3 km | 4,727 | — | — | — |
| Oakdale (NSW) | 18.6 km | 2,394 | — | — | — |
| Grasmere | 19.9 km | 2,140 | — | — | — |
| Camden | 20.4 km | 3,402 | — | — | — |
| Spring Farm (NSW) | 21.4 km | 11,952 | — | — | — |
| Colo Vale | 21.8 km | 1,835 | — | — | — |
| Elderslie (Camden - NSW) | 21.9 km | 7,969 | — | — | — |
| Rosemeadow | 22.8 km | 8,556 | — | — | — |
| Glen Alpine | 23.2 km | 4,572 | — | — | — |
| Narellan Vale | 23.6 km | 7,270 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Development activity and population drivers well above average
Outstanding population growth since Census
High population growth forecasts
Notable construction employment base
Elevated proportion 0 to 4yo
Pronounced retail trade employment
One of the nation's highest rates of population growth since the 2016 Census
Top quartile expectations for future population growth
Employment growth over the past year near the strongest in the nation
Population Growth
8.8
Density
4.3
Development Activity
9.9
Employment Drivers
6.6
Infrastructure Drivers
6.7
Education
2.2
Amenities
0.7
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Tahmoor lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to Districts analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Detail
Based on demographic assessments of ABS statistics for the surrounding region, combined with address validations from Districts following the Census, the suburb of Tahmoor has an estimated population of 9,219 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 3,442 people (59.6%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 5,777 residents. This change is calculated from an estimated resident base of 8,896 determined by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and another 1,103 validated new addresses since the Census. Such population numbers result in a density of 542 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density with potential room for future expansions. The suburb of Tahmoor's 59.6% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the state average (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, making it a regional growth leader. This expansion was driven mostly by interstate arrivals, which accounted for approximately 65.0% of the gains, although natural increase and overseas migration also contributed positively.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Employment conditions in Tahmoor demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally
Detail
The suburb of Tahmoor features a diverse workforce containing a mix of professional and trade occupations, with the construction sector particularly well represented. The unemployment rate is low at 3.5%, and local employment grew by an estimated 15.0% over the past year based on aggregated statistical area figures. As of March 2026, there are 5,417 working residents, and the local jobless rate is 0.7% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Labor force participation is also elevated at 81.8% compared to Greater Sydney's 69.1%. Census records indicate a moderate 22.3% of the workforce worked from home, although this may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions.
Local workers are primarily employed in construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction stands out with employment concentration at times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented at compared to the regional figure of . Comparing the Census working population against the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities within the suburb of Tahmoor itself are somewhat limited.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to Districts analysis
Detail
According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Tahmoor has a median taxpayer income of $54,248 and an average taxpayer income of $64,481. These figures sit below the national benchmarks, and compare to a median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $59,846 (median) and $71,135 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes are moderate, placing between the 47th and 49th percentiles. The largest income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly category, which accounts for 35.3% of taxpayers (3,254 residents), similar to the Greater Sydney proportion of . Affordability constraints are notable, with only of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the th percentile, while the SEIFA income index places it in the th decile.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Tahmoor is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
Detail
According to the last Census, residential property in the suburb of Tahmoor consisted of 91.4% houses and 8.6% alternative housing structures (such as townhouses, apartments, and other dwellings), whereas the wider Sydney metropolitan area recorded 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Tahmoor was slightly lower than the Sydney metro rate, sitting at 26.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (41.6%) or renters (32.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,167, which is lower than the Sydney metro median of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $410 compared to the metropolitan median of $470. On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Tahmoor are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Tahmoor has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size
Detail
Families make up the majority of households in the suburb of Tahmoor at 74.7%, consisting of couples with children (34.4%), couples without children (22.8%), and single-parent households (16.8%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 25.3%, with single-person households at 22.7% and group households representing 2.6%. The median household occupancy is 2.7 residents, matching the metropolitan average for Greater Sydney.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Tahmoor faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
Detail
The suburb of Tahmoor exhibits lower rates of university education, with 13.3% of residents holding a tertiary degree compared to the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 8.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. In contrast, vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 44.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a trade certificate or diploma, including advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 33.9%.
A high percentage of residents are actively studying, with 29.6% of the population enrolled in formal education. This group includes in primary school, in high school, and undertaking tertiary studies.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
1.8km · score 82
Child Care
922m · score 44
GP
1.0km · score 98
Government Services
26km · score 2
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Analysis of the local transit network shows 163 active passenger transport stops in the suburb of Tahmoor, including both rail and bus services. These stops support 48 different routes, which together provide 2,114 passenger departures each week. Accessibility is strong, with residents living an average of 133 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the area is mostly residential, many residents travel outside the suburb for work, making cars the primary travel option at 92%. Dwellings have an average of 1.7 vehicles, which is higher than the regional benchmark. Additionally, 22.3% of the workforce worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.
Service schedules show an average of 302 trips per day across all transport routes, which works out to about weekly services per individual stop. The corresponding map highlights the closest transit stops to the central coordinate.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health performance in Tahmoor is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Health indicators point to notable challenges within the suburb of Tahmoor based on local mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with medical conditions occurring across multiple age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the average SA2 area, representing approximately 52% of the population (~4,834 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.
Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most common medical diagnoses in the suburb of Tahmoor, affecting 9.7 and 9.3% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 65.3% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The working-age cohort experiences elevated rates of chronic illness, and residents aged and over make up of the population ( people). Health profiles for older residents are generally in line with national averages.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Tahmoor is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside Districts' national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The suburb of Tahmoor displays lower levels of cultural diversity than the national average, with 88.1% of residents born in Australia, 92.3% holding citizenship, and 93.5% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, practiced by 56.1% of residents, compared to 49.2% in Greater Sydney.
Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest ancestral groups in the suburb of Tahmoor are Australian at 31.5% of the population (higher than the regional average of 17.8%), English at 29.0% (higher than the regional average of 19.0%), and Irish at . Specific ethnic backgrounds show notable differences from regional averages: Maltese ancestry accounts for of the population (compared to regionally), Lebanese ancestry accounts for (compared to ), and Australian Aboriginal ancestry represents (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Tahmoor hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide
Detail
The median age in the suburb of Tahmoor is 34 years, which is lower than the Greater Sydney median of 37 years and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, there is a higher proportion of young children aged 0 - 4 (8.6%) but a lower share of adults aged 35 - 44 (13.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 11.9% to 13.1% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 13.2% to 11.9%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections suggest the 45 to 54 age group will experience the fastest growth at 43%, adding residents to reach .
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Tahmoor was found to possess above average child care supply broadly for children under 5, though with mixed findings across service types as long day care is well-supplied while preschool appears more constrained, and no out of school hours care provision for school age children was found.
Detail
Tahmoor currently has an estimated 792 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 424 children aged 0-2 and 283 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 67% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 17% by 2041 (to approximately 923 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,013. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.
7.5
Income
4.5
Age
1.8
Household Composition
7.1
Housing
0.9
Cultural Diversity
2.4
Health
1.7
Housing Cost
7.9
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Sales Activity
9.2
ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by Districts to each SA2 region. For SA2 regions lacking this data, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Growth trajectories for specific age ranges from these models are also applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic changes, significant population gains are expected for top-quartile statistical areas nationwide, with the suburb of Tahmoor projected to add 3,536 residents by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level figures, indicating a total growth rate of 34.9% across the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 9,219 | 5,672,907 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 59.6% | 8.4% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 5,777 | 5,231,147 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 24.0% | 19.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 11.0% | 81.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 65.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 34.9% | 22.9% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 542 | 458 | 3 |
According to Districts evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from larger statistical regions, the period ending March 2026 saw employment climb by 15.0% alongside a 15.7% expansion in the labour force, which led to a 0.6 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This trend differs from Greater Sydney, where both employment and the labour force grew by 1.9% while unemployment experienced a slight decline. Insights from Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts published in May-25 may shed light on anticipated future demand in Tahmoor. These forecasts span five and ten year intervals and have been overlaid with local employment data to project growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sectoral growth rates vary considerably. When these industry-specific projections are applied to Tahmoor's existing employment composition, local employment is estimated to rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, though this simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes does not incorporate localised population projections.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 5,417 | 3,082,656 | 14,651,372 |
| –Construction | 16.9% | 8.6% | 9.3% |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 13.8% | 14.1% | 15.2% |
| –Retail Trade | 12.2% | 9.3% | 9.5% |
| Labour Force | 5,611 | 3,215,386 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 81.8% | 69.1% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 22.3% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 3.5% | 4.1% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 15.0% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.1% | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 66 | 79 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 59,846 | 67,093 | 63,034 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 71,135 | 91,569 | 81,013 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 54,248 | 60,817 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 64,481 | 83,003 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 1,739 | 2,077 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 165 (5.1%) | 121,103 (6.1%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 559 (17.3%) | 254,117 (12.8%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 724 (22.4%) | 359,337 (18.1%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 1,140 (35.3%) | 613,454 (30.9%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 359 (11.1%) | 246,176 (12.4%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 281 (8.7%) | 389,116 (19.6%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 2,030 | 2,374 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 55 (2.3%) | 51,836 (3.6%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 294 (12.2%) | 125,269 (8.7%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 518 (21.5%) | 247,659 (17.2%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 989 (41.0%) | 480,919 (33.4%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 333 (13.8%) | 210,222 (14.6%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 222 (9.2%) | 323,973 (22.5%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 792 | 881 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 2,252 (24.4%) | 1,483,335 (26.1%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 2,362 (25.6%) | 1,166,286 (20.6%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 2,741 (29.7%) | 1,398,411 (24.7%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 1,670 (18.1%) | 1,194,594 (21.1%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 74 (0.8%) | 141,540 (2.5%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 120 (1.3%) | 288,741 (5.1%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 22.4% | 18.9% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 19.8% | 32.0% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 6,060 | 7,412 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 4.5 | 6.8 | 5.6 |
Tahmoor at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$550/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
-8.2%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents have eased
The DFFH median weekly rent fell 8.2% year on year to $550/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $410/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 2,013 | 1,828,858 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 26.1% | 28.7% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 41.6% | 34.4% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 32.3% | 37.0% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 91.4% | 55.9% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 7.8% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 0.8% | 30.8% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 2,167 | 2,427 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 410 | 470 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 2.3% | 5.3% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 22.4% | 16.1% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 72.9% | 59.2% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 2.5% | 14.9% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 4.5% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,475 | 1,588 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 28.8% | 27.0% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 23.6% | 22.6% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 3,228 | 1,983,303 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 2,023 | 1,828,859 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 22.7% | 23.2% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 2.6% | 4.2% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 74.7% | 72.6% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 34.4% | 36.0% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 22.8% | 24.4% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 16.8% | 10.9% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.8 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 43.6% | 48.3% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 36.8% | 36.4% | 36.5% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 13.3% | 38.0% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 8.7% | 24.9% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 3.0% | 10.7% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 10.2% | 11.0% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 33.9% | 16.8% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 42.6% | 34.2% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 1,733 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 503 | 832,137 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 939 | 1,049 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 22 | 85 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tahmoor Public School | Primary | 503 | 939 | 0.49 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
1.2km · score 86
Hospital
25km · score 4
Shopping Centre
17km · score 3
Banks
4.6km · score 47
Pharmacy
1.9km · score 50
Fitness Centre
2.9km · score 40
Schools
2.4km · score 12
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 160 | 36,898 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 48 | 4,764 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 2,114 | 379,269 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 93 | 85 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 133 | 162 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 46 | 153 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 3.5 | 14.9 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 154 | 1,184 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 75 | 97 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.7 | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 22.3% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 76.4% | 52.3% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 92.4% | 75.8% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 3.1% | 11.1% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 0.8% | 5.0% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 2.4% | 4.7% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 52.4% | 59.9% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 6.2% | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 65.3% | 74.6% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 23.1% | 18.0% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 7.7% | 5.0% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 3.9% | 2.4% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 9.3% | 6.3% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 9.1% | 6.4% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 2.5% | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 4.7% | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.3% | 3.2% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 2.0% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 9.7% | 6.2% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 7.7% | 6.9% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 11.9% | 40.5% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 88.1% | 59.5% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 92.3% | 80.8% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 93.5% | 60.5% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 6.5% | 39.5% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 4.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | Australian | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 1.1% | 4.1% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 56.1% | 49.2% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 0.1% | 5.2% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 0.8% | 6.8% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 0.6% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 41.2% | 32.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Tahmoor | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 34 | 37 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 23.0% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 61.7% | 67.1% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 15.4% | 15.5% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 17.0% | 21.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 62.0% | 49.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Tahmoor contains 5 Long Day Care centres (396 places) and 1 preschool/kindergarten facility (26 places). Combined service provision across long day care and preschool/kindergarten services, and the approximate 792 children in the cohort, sees a ratio of children per place of 1.7 - placing the area slightly above the national average for supply per child. Looking at long day care specifically against the under-5 population, the ratio is 1.8 children per place. Further breakdowns by age, to help in identifying the most in-need services, show moderate LDC provision across the infant and toddler cohort (<3yo) with 396 places across 5 facilities serving 424 children while preschool supply is constrained with 1 facility providing 26 places (10.9 children aged 3-4 per place compared to the Greater Sydney average of 8.3). With projected population growth of 34.9% between now and 2041, and 16.5% in the under 5 age group in particular, 127 new places will be needed to maintain today's ratios. Socioeconomic performance in the area in the way of income and employment figures, including female workforce participation, are broadly in line with national averages.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 5.5 per 100 residents with 503 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. A lower-than-typical rate which suggests pressure might be taken off local services somewhat by school hubs in nearby areas. As expected, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is also lower than average. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being relatively in line with national benchmarks while fees are notably lower than national averages. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
6 school catchments intersect Tahmoor (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 2,922 children aged under 5 reside, served by 3,454 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 0.8 children per place, with moderate variance in this ratio. Meanwhile, the discrepancy in this ratio between Tahmoor and the intersecting school catchments highlights the need for a catchment based approach for specific site assessments.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts