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Taren Point

NSW 2229 • Greater Sydney

1,879
Population (2021)
$39,364
Median Income
1.36 km²
Area
$650/wk
Median Rent
RiversideEstablishedQuietRetiree-HavenCommuter Belt

About Taren Point

Taren Point is a small waterfront suburb in Sydney's south, situated approximately 18 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD within the Sutherland Shire local government area. With a population of 1,879, the suburb occupies a peninsula where the Captain Cook Bridge crosses the Georges River, bordered by the suburbs of Sylvania Waters and Caringbah. The median age of 58 reflects an older, well-established residential community, with a mix of housing including waterfront properties overlooking the Georges River.

Much of Taren Point is characterised by light industrial and commercial land uses alongside its residential pockets, with several businesses taking advantage of the suburb's accessibility via the Princes Highway and Captain Cook Drive. Residents enjoy proximity to the Georges River foreshore, with recreational boating and fishing popular local activities. While the suburb has no train station of its own, bus services connect to Miranda and Caringbah, both of which offer shopping centres, dining, and access to the T4 Illawarra train line for travel to the Sydney CBD.

Taren Point falls under postcode 2229 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Miranda electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2229
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - East
LGA / Council
Sutherland Shire
Federal Electorate
Cook
State Electorate
Miranda
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.02°, 151.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.36 km²
Elevation
8m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Caringbah
2 km
25 min
Miranda
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Route 978, 979 — Miranda & Caringbah interchange 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
~50 min to Sydney Central via T4 line from Caringbah or Miranda (short bus/drive to station required)
By Car (Peak)
35-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Captain Cook Drive and Princes Highway provide main road access; no direct train in suburb

Walkability Car-Dependent

A car is needed for most daily errands; local amenities are limited within the suburb itself

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Taren Point by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Taren Point Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Taren Point" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
58 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.8%

0 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,734
Census 2021
1,879
▲ 8.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,296
Income 2021
$39,364
▲ 8.5% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,357
Born Overseas 424

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 66
  • 2. China 43
  • 3. Greece 34
  • 4. Egypt 27
  • 5. Italy 24
  • 6. New Zealand 16
  • 7. North Macedonia 12
  • 8. Lebanon 10
  • 9. Netherlands 10
  • 10. Malaysia 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 627
Australian 383
Greek 226
Scottish 147
Irish 134
Italian 124
Chinese 98
Macedonian 50
German 47
Maltese 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

808
Both parents born in Australia
630
Both parents born overseas
218
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
67.1%
No Religion
17.5%
Buddhism
1.7%
Islam
1.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
67 (3.6%)
5-14 years
161 (8.6%)
15-19 years
77 (4.1%)
20-24 years
77 (4.1%)
25-34 years
141 (7.5%)
35-44 years
156 (8.3%)
45-54 years
208 (11.1%)
55-64 years
183 (9.7%)
65-74 years
203 (10.8%)
75-84 years
311 (16.6%)
85+ years
301 (16.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taren Point known for? +

Taren Point is known for its waterfront position on the Georges River and the Captain Cook Bridge, which spans the river near the suburb. It has a mix of light industrial businesses and quiet residential pockets, with recreational boating and fishing popular among locals.

How far is Taren Point from Sydney CBD? +

Taren Point is approximately 18 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD, typically a 35–55 minute drive in peak hour via the Princes Highway or Captain Cook Drive.

Does Taren Point have public transport? +

Taren Point does not have its own train station. The nearest stations are Caringbah and Miranda (both about 2 km away) on the T4 Illawarra Line. Bus services connect the suburb to those interchanges.

What is the population of Taren Point? +

According to the 2021 Census, Taren Point has a population of 1,879 residents, with a median age of 58 reflecting an established, older community.

Is Taren Point a good place to live? +

Taren Point offers a peaceful, waterfront lifestyle in the Sutherland Shire with easy access to the Georges River. It suits retirees and established households who value quiet surroundings and proximity to Miranda's shopping and services, though a car is essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Taren Point? +

The postcode for Taren Point, New South Wales is 2229.