Question 1

Is Tennyson Point a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Tennyson Point is a small harbourside suburb on the northern bank of the Parramatta River with a quiet, residential, river-focused character. Tree-lined streets mix older cottages and mid-century homes with contemporary renovations, and many properties take advantage of water views and easy river access that appeal to boat owners and outdoor-minded families. Pocket parks and foreshore reserves provide places for walking and rowing, while everyday shops, cafes and services are close by in neighbouring Putney and Gladesville.

With 1,247 residents and a median age of 42, the community is weighted towards families: couple families with children are 57.3% and couple families without children 32.0%, together 89.3% of families. Median household income is $3,232 a week (roughly $168,000 a year) and about 87.5% of homes are owner-occupied, with 12.5% rented. Local planning work is under way on park upgrades, foreshore and wharf improvements and other open-space projects, so the suburb suits people after a small, settled riverside setting with strong family presence and good river access.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Tennyson Point?

Accepted Answer

In Tennyson Point a house rented at $2,200 a week would take about 68% of a typical local household's weekly income at the last Census. That is a large share of income, so for renters this rent figure is the clearest measure of how housing costs sit against local incomes. Whether that feels expensive depends on your own income and circumstances.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Tennyson Point a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

House values in Tennyson Point rose 15.0% over the past 12 months, a strong increase in what a house is worth. Over the same period house rents jumped 83.3%, a very large rise, so the rent a house earns has been the stronger performer this year compared with price growth.

If rental income is your priority, that large rise in house rents is the figure you’ll care about; if capital growth matters more, focus on the 15.0% value gain. Whether that balance makes Tennyson Point the right investment depends on your goals and circumstances.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	N/A	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	15.0%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	2	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	N/A	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$2200	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	83.3%	N/A

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