Tathra
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Tathra, NSW 2550.
About Tathra
Welcome to Tathra
Tathra sits on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, around 20 kilometres from Bega and roughly six hours south of Sydney, where the Bega Valley meets the Pacific Ocean. Built around a headland, a working wharf and a long stretch of patrolled beach, it has long been the coastal escape of choice for Bega Valley locals and a magnet for retirees and holidaymakers looking for a slower pace by the water.
With a population of just 1,527 and a median age of 56, Tathra is very much a mature, settled seaside community rather than a bustling commuter suburb. It suits downsizers, retirees and those chasing a permanent tree-and-sea-change, as well as families drawn to the small-town rhythm and the surf, though its size and distance from major centres mean it's less geared towards young professionals needing quick city access.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Tathra revolves around the beach and the wharf precinct, which has been rebuilt into a popular hub for fishing, swimming and casual meals with a water view. The main beach is patrolled in season and is a genuine drawcard for surfers, swimmers and families, while the wharf itself has heritage significance as one of the last working timber wharves on the NSW coast. Dining options are low-key and beach-town in character, with cafes and takeaway spots catering to locals and the steady flow of holidaymakers rather than a big-city dining scene, and for a wider choice of restaurants and services residents typically head into Bega.
Getting around
Tathra is reached via Tathra Road, which connects to the Princes Highway near Bega, making a car the practical way to get around and to reach Bega's larger shopping and medical facilities, or Merimbula's regional airport for flights further afield. Local bus services link Tathra with Bega and surrounding towns, but as with much of the Far South Coast, public transport is limited and infrequent compared with metropolitan areas, so most residents rely on private vehicles for work, school and shopping trips.
Schools & families
Tathra Public School serves the local community and is the anchor for families with younger children, offering a small, close-knit school environment typical of coastal NSW towns. Older students generally travel to Bega for high school and other educational options. The suburb's older median age and relatively small population reflect a community weighted more towards retirees and empty-nesters than young families, though the beach, parks and slower pace still appeal to those raising children away from city pressures.
Parks & recreation
Beyond the beach itself, Tathra offers coastal walking tracks, the Tathra to Bega rail trail for cycling and walking, and reserves around the headland and wharf that make the most of the ocean outlook. Fishing off the wharf, swimming, surfing and simply strolling the foreshore are the main pastimes, and nearby Mogareeka Inlet, where the Bega River meets the sea, adds another spot for kayaking, birdwatching and quiet picnics just outside town.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Tathra is dominated by standalone houses, which make up 60% of current listings, with apartments and units accounting for 23%, land 11% and townhouses 6%. This mix reflects a coastal town built up gradually over decades, with older beach cottages sitting alongside newer builds and a reasonable supply of vacant land for those wanting to build their own coastal home. Properties close to the headland, wharf and beachfront tend to command the strongest interest given the outlook and walkable access to the water.
The property market
The median house price in Tathra currently sits at $1.42 million, reflecting its status as a sought-after small coastal town rather than a large regional centre. Recent growth has been flat at 0.0%, suggesting a market that has settled after previous gains rather than one moving sharply in either direction. With houses making up the bulk of listings and a modest supply of land and townhouses, buyers have a reasonably clear choice between an established home, a townhouse, or a block to build on, with neighbouring Mogareeka, Chinnock and Kalaru offering nearby alternatives for those priced out or seeking a slightly different setting.
Market snapshot
Tathra property market
Median sale price
$1.42m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
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per week
Gross rental yield
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annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$884k
Median
$1.42m
Premium
$1.94m
Days on market
78
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
12
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Tathra by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Tathra, NSW 2550.
Population
1,527
residents (2021)
Median age
56
years
Household income
$1,221
median, per week
Median rent
$320
per week
Median mortgage
$1,603
per month
Mortgage / income
30%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Tathra
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Tathra
$1.08m
5 Bay View Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
4/38 Edna Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$2.00m
3 John Taylor Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$2.29m
4 Bega Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.80m
Address withheld
Sold ~June 2026
$1.05m
86 Pacific Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.40m
11 Woollybutt Way
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Tathra suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Tathra?
The median house price in Tathra, NSW is $1.42m for a 4-bedroom home.
Is Tathra a good place to live?
Tathra is a seaside town on the Sapphire Coast found on the South Coast, New South Wales, Australia. Tathra is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 1,527 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Tathra?
Tathra has a population of 1,527 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 56.
What schools are in Tathra?
There is 1 school in or near Tathra, including Tathra Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Tathra?
Properties in Tathra take around 78 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Tathra?
Entry-level properties in Tathra start around $884k, while premium homes reach $1.94m.
What suburbs are near Tathra?
Suburbs near Tathra include Mogareeka, Chinnock and Kalaru.
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