๐Ÿ“ฎ Tarrawanna postcode: 2517

Tarrawanna Median Property Value & Market Data (NSW)

Tarrawanna, New South Walesยท Wollongongยท 2517
Tarrawanna has a median property value in line with New South Wales averagesUpdated 30 May 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Tarrawanna has a median property value in line with New South Wales averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$900kโ€“$1.2M
Suburb
Tarrawanna, NSW
Key Price Driver
Proximity to CBD and school catchments
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
2518
Highest high-risk exposure
9.8% of land (surface flood)

Median Property Value Analysis

Tarrawanna in New South Wales sits within the broader property market of the region. The median property value provides a benchmark for home buyers evaluating the suburb against neighbouring areas and state averages across New South Wales. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Tarrawanna are influenced by factors including location, housing stock diversity, school catchments, transport access, and increasingly climate risk exposure. The median price represents the middle point of all sales โ€” half sold for more, half for less โ€” and is the most commonly cited benchmark in Australian property market reporting. Domain and CoreLogic both publish suburb-level median price data that can be compared across New South Wales.

For buyers considering Tarrawanna, the relationship between property value and climate risk is becoming increasingly important. Properties in areas with lower exposure to flood, bushfire, and extreme heat may hold value better over the long term as climate risk awareness grows among Australian home buyers.

To make an informed property decision in Tarrawanna, an address-level assessment is essential. Get a complete ClimateNest report for your shortlisted property including climate risk scores, projected insurance costs, and long-term value outlook to complement your market research.

Tarrawanna (postcode 2518) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are surface flood (9.8% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (6.2% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tarrawanna โ€” individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire Risk Mitigation

Immediate

Implement vegetation management programs and promote property maintenance to reduce bushfire fuel loads.

Est. cost: Low

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Develop a heatwave response plan and establish cooling centers to protect vulnerable residents.

Est. cost: Low

Coastal Hazard Adaptation

Long-term

Monitor sea level rise and develop strategies to protect coastal infrastructure and communities.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

Wollongong City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 30 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Tarrawanna?

The median property value for Tarrawanna in New South Wales provides a market benchmark for home buyers and sellers. For the most current median price data, consult Domain, CoreLogic, or your local real estate agent who can provide suburb-specific sales evidence and recent comparable sales. Property prices in New South Wales vary significantly by location, property type, and condition โ€” the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Tarrawanna compare to New South Wales averages?

Tarrawanna sits within the New South Wales property market. Statewide median prices in New South Wales range from $900k to $1.2M depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data โ€” ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Tarrawanna.

What factors affect property values in Tarrawanna?

Property values in Tarrawanna are driven by location, proximity to schools and transport, housing stock quality and diversity, neighbourhood amenity, market conditions, and increasingly climate risk exposure. Address-level climate risk data from ClimateNest helps buyers make informed decisions.

Does climate risk affect property values in Tarrawanna?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Tarrawanna. Properties with verified lower climate risk may attract premium pricing as buyer awareness grows. A ClimateNest report provides address-level climate risk data to inform your property valuation.

What share of Tarrawanna is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 9.8% of Tarrawanna in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 68.4% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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