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Taren Point

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2229
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TAREN POINT, 2229 ranks 521st on the best performing suburbs in Australia in terms of capital gains, returning capital gains of 20.45% for property investors.

Based on its average 5-year and quarterly capital gains, the suburb saw average growth in the long term.

The suburb also delivered a stronger performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value. Investors saw the median home price rise to $2,650,000.

The upward trend in home prices in TAREN POINT, 2229 averaged 5.07% per annum over a 3-year period.

Average weekly rents on listings have reached the $1225 mark, reflecting a 2.4% increase in returns based on the current median price in TAREN POINT.

An average of 1.5 real estate transactions take place per month in TAREN POINT which translates to 18 per annum.

18 properties were sold in TAREN POINT in 2016, making it the 1001st most active market in NSW based on total real estate transactions.

TAREN POINT, 2229 places 195th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

Surburb overview

Taren Point is a mixed-use suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located about 20 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district. It sits on the southern shore of the Georges River, linked to Sans Souci in the north by the Captain Cook Bridge. Caringbah lies to the south and Sylvania Waters to the west, with the suburb’s location giving it both residential areas and a strong commercial and industrial presence.

The suburb has a population of around 1,800 people, according to the latest census. Most residents were born in Australia, with smaller groups from England, Greece and New Zealand. English is the primary language spoken at home, with Greek, Arabic and Italian also represented. The demographic includes families and older residents, alongside some younger households. Housing consists mainly of detached houses, with sections of the suburb devoted to industrial and commercial activity.

Public transport is provided by bus services that connect Taren Point to Caringbah railway station on the Illawarra line. From there, trains run regularly to the Sydney CBD, Hurstville and Cronulla. Road access is strong, with Taren Point Road forming a significant link to the Captain Cook Bridge, connecting the suburb to St George, the Sydney CBD, and the southern beaches. The suburb is highly accessible for both commuters and businesses.

Essential services are concentrated in nearby Caringbah and Miranda, which host supermarkets, schools, medical centres and government services. Healthcare is accessible at Sutherland Hospital and Kareena Private Hospital. Educational needs are served by schools in surrounding suburbs, including Caringbah Public School, De La Salle College and Caringbah High School.

Recreational amenities include reserves and sporting facilities along the foreshore and within the suburb. Taren Point Shorebird Reserve provides open space and opportunities for birdwatching, while sporting ovals support local clubs and community use. The Georges River and nearby Botany Bay offer fishing, sailing and water sports, while Cronulla Beach and the Royal National Park are within easy reach for coastal and bushland activities.

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