Tempe

NSW 2044 • Greater Sydney

3,550
Population (2021)
$55,484
Median Income
1.85 km²
Area
12m
Elevation

About Tempe

Tempe is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Inner West (Area) area. With a population of 3,550 and a median income of $55,484, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.85 km² at an elevation of 12m, 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. Tempe delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Tempe falls under postcode 2044 and is governed by Inner West Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Heffron electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2044
Urban Area
Marrickville
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.92°, 151.16°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.85 km²
Elevation
12m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Tempe, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

44 Barden Street Tempe • SHR #01412
125 Unwins Bridge Road Tempe • SHR #00518
Illawarra railway, Tempe • SHR #01266

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,556
Census 2021
3,550
0.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,600
Income 2021
$55,484
33.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,239
Born Overseas 1,200

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. North Macedonia 120
  • 2. Vietnam 119
  • 3. England 118
  • 4. New Zealand 76
  • 5. Greece 69
  • 6. Philippines 66
  • 7. China 64
  • 8. Thailand 45
  • 9. India 32
  • 10. Indonesia 32
  • 11. United States 31
  • 12. Ireland 24
  • 13. Malaysia 23
  • 14. Fiji 15
  • 15. France 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,027
Australian 893
Irish 424
Scottish 287
Chinese 283
Macedonian 184
Vietnamese 166
Greek 157
German 111
Italian 110

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,210
Both parents born in Australia
1,620
Both parents born overseas
586
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.2%
Christianity
34.8%
Buddhism
4.1%
Islam
2.1%
Hinduism
1.5%
Judaism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
223 (6.3%)
5-14 years
424 (11.9%)
15-19 years
172 (4.8%)
20-24 years
174 (4.9%)
25-34 years
524 (14.8%)
35-44 years
619 (17.4%)
45-54 years
517 (14.6%)
55-64 years
383 (10.8%)
65-74 years
306 (8.6%)
75-84 years
165 (4.6%)
85+ years
46 (1.3%)

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