Tascott
At 96.6% separate houses and a SEIFA IRSAD decile of 9 nationally, Tascott sits among the most ownership-oriented residential pockets on the Central Coast. The suburb's 1,675 residents earn household incomes in the 70.3rd percentile nationally, yet the median house price of $1,015,000 produces a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.5%, below the 30% stress threshold. Median age is 43, which is 3 years above the national figure, and 80.4% of residents stayed in the same address over five years, both signs of an established, low-churn community. University qualifications reach 37.3%, sitting 7.2 points above the national average.
Population
1,675
Median Age
43.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,882/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
8
Median House
$1.0M
2024-2025 (PSI derived)
The median house price was $1,015,000 in 2025, a marginal 0.2% dip from $1,017,500 in 2024, suggesting price stability rather than a downward trend. At 96.6% separate houses and just 1.4% apartments, Tascott is almost entirely detached-house stock, which keeps the buying pool focused and competitive for that format. Three-bedroom homes are the modal type at 48.0%, with 4-plus bedroom properties at 39.4%, meaning most available homes suit families rather than downsizers. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,000, and the mortgage-to-income ratio sits at 24.5%, comfortably below the 30% stress threshold, which is lower than many higher-priced Sydney corridors. Outright owners at 35.1% and mortgage holders at 43.5% together account for 78.6% of households, underscoring an owner-occupier dominated market.
For Buyers
The median house price was $1,015,000 in 2025, a marginal 0.2% dip from $1,017,500 in 2024, suggesting price stability rather than a downward trend. At 96.6% separate houses and just 1.4% apartments, Tascott is almost entirely detached-house stock, which keeps the buying pool focused and competitive for that format. Three-bedroom homes are the modal type at 48.0%, with 4-plus bedroom properties at 39.4%, meaning most available homes suit families rather than downsizers. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,000, and the mortgage-to-income ratio sits at 24.5%, comfortably below the 30% stress threshold, which is lower than many higher-priced Sydney corridors. Outright owners at 35.1% and mortgage holders at 43.5% together account for 78.6% of households, underscoring an owner-occupier dominated market.
For Investors
The rental yield story for Tascott requires careful reading. Weekly rent of $450 against a $1,015,000 median implies a gross yield near 2.3%, below average for NSW regional markets. The vacancy rate of 7.1% is elevated compared to a healthy 2-3% benchmark, which limits pricing power for landlords. Only 21.4% of households rent, the lowest tenure share, so the tenant pool is thin relative to the owner base. On the demand side, annual population growth runs at 1.19%, or about 20 new residents per year, and overseas migration contributes a net 94 arrivals annually as the primary growth driver. Development activity is low at 7 applications in the past 12 months, primarily house alterations, so new supply is not a near-term concern. The gentrification score of 22 flags early-stage signals, including 20% population growth since 2011.
Development Activity
Total DAs
55
Last 12 Months
8
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+60.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Tascott's median age of 43 is 3 years above the national figure, with the senior share rising 3.3 points and working-age share falling 1.4 points over the decade, confirming an aging trajectory. The overseas-born share is 24.1%, which is 2.5 points above national, but ancestry is strongly Anglo-Celtic: English (725 residents), Irish (272) and Scottish (247) are the top three ancestries. University qualifications at 37.3% sit 7.2 points above the national average, aligning with the professional occupation mix. Average household size is 2.5, equal to the national figure. Couples with children (527 families) outnumber couples without children (395 families), and there are no recorded one-parent families in the data, pointing to a traditional family-formation structure. Only 4.8% of residents need daily assistance.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
96.6%
Houses
1.4%
Townhouse
1.4%
Apartment
Tenure
The ownership structure is firmly skewed toward owner-occupiers: 35.1% own outright, 43.5% hold a mortgage and only 21.4% rent. Together, owners represent 78.6% of households, higher than most NSW suburbs and consistent with the established-wealth identity signals. The stock is 96.6% separate houses, with apartments and semi-detached properties each at just 1.4%, making housing typology extremely uniform. Bedroom distribution favours larger homes: 48.0% are 3-bedroom and 39.4% are 4-plus, which is a notably high share of larger homes compared to many coastal NSW suburbs. The median house price held near flat at $1,015,000 to $1,017,500 across 2024-2025, a 0.2% decline. The vacancy rate of 7.1% is the main caution flag, running well above the 2-3% range that signals balanced rental conditions.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$2,000
Rent / wk
$450
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$819
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.1%
Unoccupied
50
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.5%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
28.5%
Couples, no children
1,388
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare dominates local employment at 23.1% of the workforce (127 workers), followed by Education at 12.9% (71) and Professional/Tech and Public Admin tied at 10.4% each (57 workers apiece). Construction accounts for 8.4% (46 workers), which is notable for a suburb with low development activity, suggesting residents work in the broader Central Coast construction sector. By occupation, Professionals lead at 238 workers, followed by Clerical/Admin (115), Managers (101), and Sales (84). Full-time employment runs at 60.9% of those employed, and the unemployment rate is 6.2%, above the national average, partly because the participation rate of 56.4% is modest, with 481 residents not in the labour force. The SEIFA IEO decile of 9 nationally reflects education and occupation advantage despite the modestly elevated unemployment figure. Real income growth was 5.0% over the decade.
Unemployment
3.6%
Labour Force
4,017
Unemployed
143
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
60.9%
Part-time
32.9%
Participation
56.4%
Employed
732
Occupations
Top Industries
University
37.3%
Postgraduate
10.9%
Born Overseas
24.1%
Dwellings
650
Transport to Work
Car dependence is high at 87.3% of commuters driving, compared to only 5.7% using public transport, reflecting the suburb's low-density, residential footprint in the 2.13 km2 area. Walking and cycling account for just 0.8% of trips. No schools are recorded inside the suburb boundary in the dataset, so families rely on institutions in neighbouring postcode 2250 suburbs. The IRSAD decile of 9 nationally places Tascott in the top advantage tier, and the IEO decile of 9 confirms education and occupation advantage. Rent-to-income at 23.9% and mortgage-to-income at 24.5% are both below the 30% stress threshold, making housing costs manageable relative to income. Volunteering runs at 16.6% and housing stress flags are absent for both renters and mortgagors, consistent with a stable, higher-income residential area.
Drive
87.3%
Public Transport
5.7%
Walk / Cycle
0.8%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.19%/yr
(+77 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grew 11.6% over the decade and the current trend adds about 20 residents per year at 1.19% annual growth, which is modest but consistent. Forecasts under the medium scenario put the broader area at roughly 6,745 residents by 2031. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver, contributing a net 94 arrivals annually versus 34 from internal migration, so the suburb is increasingly drawing new residents from offshore. Rent growth of 14.7% over the period confirms real demand despite a high vacancy rate. Affordability improved from 37.3% in 2011 to 33.1% in 2021, meaning housing costs consumed a smaller share of income than a decade earlier, which is a positive signal for liveability and retention. The gentrification stage reads early signs, with the score at 22, driven by the 20% population increase since 2011 and rising owner-occupier investment.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+94
Net Internal / yr
+34
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +20% since 2011, Accelerating: 0% → 19%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Tascott compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tascott a good suburb to live in?
Tascott ranks in decile 9 nationally on IRSAD and IEO, placing it in the top advantage tier. Household incomes sit at the 70.3rd percentile nationally, and mortgage-to-income at 24.5% stays below the 30% stress threshold. The 80.4% five-year residential stability rate reflects a community with low churn and strong owner-occupier commitment.
What is the median house price in Tascott?
The median house price is $1,015,000, based on 2025 data. Prices were essentially flat, dipping just 0.2% from $1,017,500 in 2024. Weekly rent averages $450 and monthly mortgage repayments run about $2,000, giving a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.5%, below the 30% stress benchmark.
What schools are in Tascott?
No schools are recorded inside the Tascott suburb boundary in this dataset. Families rely on schools in neighbouring suburbs within postcode 2250. Despite this, university qualifications reach 37.3% of residents, which is 7.2 points above the national average, reflecting a well-educated local population.
Is Tascott safe?
Detailed crime statistics are not available for Tascott in this dataset. As indirect indicators, the suburb scores decile 9 nationally on IRSD (relative disadvantage) and IRSAD, placing it in the top advantage tier, and only 4.8% of its 1,675 residents need daily assistance, both consistent with a low-disadvantage, stable residential area.
Is Tascott good for property investment?
Weekly rent of $450 against a $1,015,000 median implies a gross yield near 2.3%, below typical NSW regional benchmarks. The 7.1% vacancy rate is elevated compared to a healthy 2-3%, limiting rental pricing power. Annual population growth of 1.19% and overseas migration of 94 net arrivals a year provide some demand support, but the thin 21.4% renter pool keeps occupancy uncertain.
How is Tascott's population changing?
The population grew 11.6% over the decade and currently adds about 20 residents per year at 1.19% annual growth. Overseas migration is the primary driver at 94 net arrivals annually, compared to 34 from internal movement. Forecasts project steady but modest growth through 2031, while the aging trajectory sees the senior share up 3.3 points over the decade.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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