Tallawong (NSW)

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According to ABS demographic data analysis for the region and new home addresses verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Tallawong has a population estimated at 8,421 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 1,851 residents (28.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 6,570 individuals. The calculation relies on a resident base of 7,547 estimated by Districts following analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025), combined with 1,658 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level corresponds to a density of 2,313 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations evaluated by Districts. The 28.2% expansion in the suburb of Tallawong since the 2021 Census surpassed the state level (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, making it a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic growth was interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 74.0% of the total population increase during recent periods, though all growth components including natural increase and overseas arrivals remained positive.

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Tallawong has a highly educated labor force with a strong concentration of professionals and an unemployment rate of only 1.5%, based on regional data aggregations by Districts. As of March 2026, there are 3,029 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 2.7% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, whereas workforce participation is notably lower at 57.7% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data shows that a high 50.7% of residents worked from home, although this figure was likely influenced by Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics from Districts for financial year 2023, incomes in the suburb of Tallawong are extremely high compared to the rest of the nation, with a median of $68,039 and an average of $78,819. This compares to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 across Greater Sydney. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $75,061 for the median and $86,953 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and individual incomes in Tallawong are positioned high, sitting between the 87th and 94th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket is the 38.1% of residents (3,208 individuals) earning between and weekly, which is similar to the broader region where this group accounts for . Local financial strength is highlighted by the of households earning weekly incomes above which supports high consumer demand. Although housing expenses absorb of incomes, strong wages keep disposable income in the th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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At the time of the latest Census, residential structures in Tallawong consisted of 86.4% detached houses and 13.6% other options like semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of full home ownership was below the metropolitan average at 4.7%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (56.1%) or rented (39.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Sydney metro average at $3,000, while the median weekly rent stood at $575, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $2,427 and $470. Globally, Tallawong mortgage repayments are much higher than the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the Australian median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 86.4%, consisting of 55.1% couples with children, 20.5% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 13.6%, with single-person households representing 9.8% and group households making up 3.7% of the total. The median household size of 3.2 individuals is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Academic achievement in Tallawong is exceptionally high compared to broader averages, with 48.7% of residents aged 15 and older holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This educational profile prepares the workforce well for knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 31.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 15.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. Vocational qualifications are also well represented, with 25.5% of residents aged 15 and older holding technical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 14.3%.

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Analysis of public transport options indicates 29 active transit stops in Tallawong, providing a mix of bus and light rail services. These stops are served by 25 separate routes, which together accommodate 10,223 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is positive, with residents living an average of 219 meters from the closest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 78% and train travel at 16%. Car ownership averages 1.4 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average. A high 50.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census statistics which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Health indicators demonstrate excellent results throughout Tallawong, according to Districts analyses of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, which reveal a very low incidence of common health issues across all age groups, while private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 58% of the population (~4,888 residents).

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Tallawong ranks among the most culturally diverse locations in Australia, with 55.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 52.1% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religion, representing 37.1% of the population. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Hinduism, which represents 21.7% of residents, significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

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The median age in Tallawong is 32 years, making it younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Tallawong has a higher proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 (23.7%) but fewer aged 55 to 64 (4.7%). The proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 is significantly higher than the national average of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data indicates an aging trend, with the median age rising from 30 to 32 years. Notable shifts include the 45 to 54 age bracket growing from 8.5% to 14.4% of the population, and the 5 to 14 cohort increasing from to . In contrast, the to age group declined from to , while the to group fell from to . Population models suggest that Tallawong's age structure will change substantially by . The to age group is projected to experience the highest growth at , adding residents to reach while the to group will grow by a minor ( individuals).

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Tallawong currently has an estimated 791 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 377 children aged 0-2 and 250 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 56% by 2041 (to approximately 1,235 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,183. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 18.8 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.