Tascott (NSW)

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According to ABS population statistics analyzed alongside recently validated addresses from Districts, the suburb of Tascott has a population estimated at 1,703 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 28 individuals (1.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,675 people. This shift is calculated from the 1,703 resident estimate produced by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP release and 2 validated new addresses confirmed post-census. The resulting population density stands at 799 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical values observed in similar markets. The 1.7% post-census growth rate trails the broader SA3 region (2.6%) by 0.9 percentage points, indicating competitive local demand. Net population growth in recent times was largely underpinned by overseas arrivals, which accounted for approximately 87.0% of the total increase.

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The suburb of Tascott has a highly qualified local workforce, characterized by strong representation in professional services, an unemployment rate of only 3.0%, and an annual employment growth rate estimated at 3.3% based on aggregated regional data. By March 2026, there were 911 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.1% lower than the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is slightly below average at 66.4% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 42.9% of local workers worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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According to the latest ATO postcode data for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Tascott recorded a median income of $53,916 and an average income of $70,049. This is slightly above the Australian average, but lower than the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 are approximately $59,480 for the median and $77,278 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb clustered around the 55th percentile nationally. The dominant weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 33.3% of residents (567 people), which is similar to the wider region where this group makes up . Residential costs account for of income, yet solid overall earnings keep disposable income at the th percentile, with the area ranking in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Tascott consisted of 96.6% separate houses and 3.4% other dwelling types like townhouses or apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in the suburb were significantly higher than the metropolitan Sydney average, with 35.8% of properties owned outright, while 43.2% were mortgaged and 21.0% were rented. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 was well below the metropolitan Sydney average of $2,427. The median weekly rent was $450, compared to $470 across metropolitan Sydney. At a national level, Tascott's mortgage payments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also notably higher than the national median of $375.

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Families make up 73.5% of all households in the suburb of Tascott, consisting of couples with children (33.0%), couples without children (29.2%), and single-parent households (11.2%). The remaining 26.5% are non-family households, which are comprised of single-person households (22.5%) and group shared households (3.5%). The median household occupancy is 2.5 people, which is slightly lower than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Level of education in the suburb of Tascott is notably high, with 31.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 20.8% in the SA4 region and 25.7% in the SA3 area. This educational profile positions the suburb well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 19.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.1% and graduate diplomas at 4.0%. Vocational training is also common, with 36.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a technical qualification, including advanced diplomas (13.2%) and certificates (22.8%).

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There are 37 active public transport stops in the suburb of Tascott, providing a combination of rail and bus services. These stops are served by 12 distinct routes, which accommodate 1,244 passenger trips weekly. Transport access is highly convenient, with residents living an average of 108 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the main mode of travel at 88%, followed by trains at 8%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 cars per household. A high proportion of residents worked from home at 42.9%, according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.

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The suburb of Tascott displays positive health profiles based on mortality and chronic illness rates, with low rates of common health conditions observed among both younger and older age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 55% of the population (~930 people) holding cover, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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Cultural diversity in the suburb of Tascott is above average, with 12.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 24.1% born overseas. The most common religion is Christianity, which is practiced by 46.4% of the population. The most prominent religious variance is in Buddhism, which accounts for 1.1% of local residents compared to 4.1% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age in the suburb of Tascott is 43 years, which is older than both the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The age distribution shows a high concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 (12.2%), while the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller (9.0%) than the Greater Sydney average. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 6.4% to 7.2%, while the 25 to 34 demographic has decreased from 9.8% to 9.0%. Looking forward to 2041, local age demographics are expected to shift. The 75 to 84 cohort is projected to grow by 30 people (), rising from to . Residents aged and over will account for of the suburb's total population growth, reflecting an aging population. In contrast, the to and to cohorts are projected to contract.

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Tascott currently has an estimated 83 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 50 children aged 0-2 and 34 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 16% by 2041 (to approximately 70 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 165. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.1 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.