Taren Point

NSW 2229 • Greater Sydney

1,879
Population (2021)
$39,364
Median Income
1.36 km²
Area
8m
Elevation

About Taren Point

Taren Point is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Sutherland Shire (Area) area. With a population of 1,879 and a median income of $39,364, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.36 km² at an elevation of 8m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Taren Point delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

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

📍 Location

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

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
58 years

👥 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
  • 11. Scotland 7
  • 12. Croatia 6
  • 13. Germany 6
  • 14. Myanmar 6
  • 15. Vietnam 6

🧬 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%)

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