Tatton
High household incomes and detached housing define Tatton, a compact 1.77 square kilometre suburb with 2,560 residents and a density of 1,448.2 people per square kilometre. Household income ranks at the 89.1st percentile, well above the national midpoint, while 89.8% of dwellings are separate houses. The median age is 40 and average household size is 2.8, giving the area a settled family profile. Compared with nearby Glenfield Park, Tatton presents as a more established large-home market, with 67.5% of dwellings containing 4 or more bedrooms.
Local council: Wagga Wagga
Population
2,560
Median Age
40.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,337/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
18
Tatton suits buyers seeking a detached home with several bedrooms and manageable household commitments. Separate houses account for 89.8% of dwellings, while 67.5% have 4 or more bedrooms and 24.7% have 3 bedrooms, so the housing stock is weighted toward family-sized properties. The 38.6% outright ownership share is below the 40.8% mortgage share, indicating many households have purchased with finance. Monthly mortgage commitments average $1,939, while mortgage costs equal 19.2% of household income and rent equals 16.5%, both below common stress thresholds. Compared with smaller-home markets, Tatton's larger lots and detached stock may provide more usable space, although buyers should confirm current sales prices and street-level condition.
For Buyers
Tatton suits buyers seeking a detached home with several bedrooms and manageable household commitments. Separate houses account for 89.8% of dwellings, while 67.5% have 4 or more bedrooms and 24.7% have 3 bedrooms, so the housing stock is weighted toward family-sized properties. The 38.6% outright ownership share is below the 40.8% mortgage share, indicating many households have purchased with finance. Monthly mortgage commitments average $1,939, while mortgage costs equal 19.2% of household income and rent equals 16.5%, both below common stress thresholds. Compared with smaller-home markets, Tatton's larger lots and detached stock may provide more usable space, although buyers should confirm current sales prices and street-level condition.
For Investors
Tatton offers a relatively small rental pool, with 20.6% of households renting compared with 79.4% owning outright or with a mortgage. Weekly rent is $385 and vacancy is 6.4%, so investors should test achievable rent against competing homes because a higher vacancy rate can extend letting times. Twelve development applications were recorded over 12 months, including a subdivision, a swimming-pool alteration and a new shed, suggesting ongoing but limited property activity rather than a large construction pipeline. The 1.4% unemployment rate is low, while household income ranks at the 89.1st percentile, supporting tenant capacity. Compared with more rental-heavy suburbs, Tatton's smaller renter base may mean less depth of demand, but owner stability can support neighbourhood upkeep.
Development Activity
Total DAs
147
Last 12 Months
18
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+38.5%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Tatton has a median age of 40, matching the national comparison, while its 37.4% university-educated share is 7.3 percentage points above the national level. Overseas-born residents account for 14.0%, which is 7.6 points below the national comparison, and the leading reported ancestries are English at 972 people, Irish at 328 and Scottish at 277. Christianity is recorded for 1,815 residents, compared with 569 reporting no religion and 29 Hindu residents. Average household size is 2.8, or 0.3 above the national comparison, because couples with children make up 52.3% of families. Population stability is also notable: 78.7% stayed at the same address, compared with a 21.3% turnover rate. Compared with nearby Glenfield Park, Tatton reads as more settled and Anglo-leaning.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
89.8%
Houses
0.4%
Townhouse
9.8%
Apartment
Tenure
Tatton's housing is strongly detached and family-oriented: separate houses represent 89.8% of dwellings, compared with 9.8% apartments and 0.4% semi-detached homes. Four or more bedrooms account for 67.5%, while 3-bedroom homes make up 24.7% and 2-bedroom homes 7.8%. The separate-house share is substantially higher than the apartment share, which helps explain the suburb's low-density residential character despite a density of 1,448.2 people per square kilometre. Tenure is split between 38.6% outright owners, 40.8% mortgage holders and 20.6% renters. Mortgage costs average $1,939 monthly, with mortgage payments equal to 19.2% of household income. Compared with apartment-oriented areas, Tatton is better suited to buyers prioritising space, although the absence of a current median price requires recent comparable sales to guide value.
Mortgage / mo
$1,939
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $385.
$530
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $550 · units $420
HH Size
2.8
Personal Income / wk
$1,009
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.4%
Unoccupied
59
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
16.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.2%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
52.3%
Couples with children
35.8%
Couples, no children
11.3%
Single parent
688
Total families
Economy & Employment
Tatton's employment base is concentrated in essential and public-facing industries. Healthcare accounts for 26.2% of workers, followed by Education at 16.9%, Public Administration at 13.3%, Construction at 7.6% and Retail at 5.3%. The largest occupation groups are Professionals with 369 people, Managers with 201, Clerical and Administrative workers with 190, Community and Personal Service workers with 161, and Trades workers with 158. Labour-force participation is 69.0%, the full-time rate is 61.8% and unemployment is 1.4%, pointing to strong employment conditions because healthcare, education and government roles provide relatively stable local and regional demand. Household income ranks at the 89.1st percentile, above the national midpoint, which is consistent with the high professional and managerial presence. Compared with lower-income markets, Tatton households may have greater borrowing and spending capacity.
Unemployment
1.4%
Labour Force
1,379
Unemployed
19
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
61.8%
Part-time
34.2%
Participation
69.0%
Employed
1,360
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
37.4%
Postgraduate
9.5%
Born Overseas
14.0%
Dwellings
856
Transport to Work
Tatton is highly car-oriented: 81.8% of residents travel as car drivers, compared with 0.3% using public transport and 1.4% walking or cycling. This means daily access is likely to depend more on private vehicles than on transit or active travel, particularly because the suburb covers 1.77 square kilometres and has a density of 1,448.2 people per square kilometre. Working from home accounts for 10.8%, providing some flexibility for professional households. Community participation is supported by a volunteering rate of 19.9%, while 6.2% of residents need assistance with core activities. Compared with transit-led suburbs, Tatton's car-driver share is much higher than its public-transport share, so buyers should assess parking, traffic routes and access to nearby services. A crime-rate conclusion should be based on current local incident information rather than inferred from housing or demographic characteristics.
Drive
81.8%
Public Transport
0.3%
Walk / Cycle
1.4%
Work from Home
10.8%
Growth Outlook
Tatton's growth profile appears incremental rather than driven by large-scale land release. Twelve development applications were recorded across 12 months, including a subdivision and smaller alterations, while the suburb covers only 1.77 square kilometres and has a density of 1,448.2 people per square kilometre. That limited land area means change is more likely to come through infill, renovations and turnover than broad greenfield expansion. Residential stability is high, with 78.7% of residents staying at the same address compared with 21.3% turnover, so population change may be gradual because fewer homes change hands each year. Compared with a developing fringe suburb, Tatton has less room for wholesale expansion but a stronger base of established detached housing. Its current population is 2,560, giving small projects a visible effect on the local streetscape.
Population trend: Wagga Wagga council area
Tatton sits in the Wagga Wagga council area. These are the council area's residents, not Tatton's.
Residents 2025
69,108
Growth, 5 yr average
+0.5%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+0.0%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Tatton compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tatton a good suburb to live in?
Tatton can suit households seeking large detached homes, established streets and strong incomes. Separate houses account for 89.8% of dwellings, 67.5% have 4 or more bedrooms, and household income ranks at the 89.1st percentile. The main trade-off is car dependence, with 81.8% driving to work.
What is the median house price in Tatton?
A current median house price should be confirmed from recent Tatton sales rather than inferred. The suburb has 89.8% separate houses and 67.5% of dwellings with 4 or more bedrooms, so buyers should compare similar detached properties by land size, condition and bedroom count.
What schools are in Tatton?
School availability should be checked against the exact address and enrolment zone. Tatton has 2,560 residents, but school boundaries can extend beyond suburb lines, so families should confirm nearby government, Catholic and independent options directly before signing a lease or contract.
Is Tatton safe?
A firm safety rating should not be inferred without a current suburb-level crime rate. Check recent incidents and the specific street before deciding. Tatton has 2,560 residents, a 19.9% volunteering rate and 81.8% car commuting, making local traffic conditions and street access practical issues to assess alongside crime.
Is Tatton good for property investment?
Tatton may suit investors seeking established detached housing, but rental demand should be tested carefully. Only 20.6% of households rent, weekly rent is $385 and vacancy is 6.4%. Twelve development applications in 12 months and a 1.4% unemployment rate add useful context, but yield depends on the purchase price.
How is Tatton's population changing?
Tatton has 2,560 residents, with 78.7% staying at the same address and 21.3% turning over. Twelve development applications were recorded in 12 months, indicating some ongoing change. The pattern points to gradual adjustment through renovations, subdivision and household turnover rather than a rapid population shift.
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 education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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