7052, TAS

The population is noticeably older than the national average, with the typical resident aged 42. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 20.7% of the community, a figure that has risen by 5.5 percentage points since 2011.

People born overseas make up 21% of the population, which is well above the Tasmanian average. While English and Australian ancestries are most common, there has been a 4.2 percentage point increase in overseas-born residents since 2011.

Around 10.8% of residents use a language other than English at home, a figure that has more than doubled since 2011. Despite this diversity, very few people—just 0.8%—speak little or no English.

A majority of the community—50.2%—now report having no religion, which is far above the national figure. This represents a significant shift, as the number of non-religious residents rose 21 percentage points since 2011.

The area is highly qualified, with 34.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher, far above the state average. This trend is reflected in the schools, which have a much higher average advantage score than most other areas.

Typical weekly household incomes are $1,806, well above the Tasmanian figure. The area has seen a rise in high earners, with 22.5% of households now earning $3,000 or more per week.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than across Australia, affecting 32.2% of the population. Mental health conditions are also more frequent than in most areas, affecting 10.7% of residents.

The community is very active, with 22.9% of people volunteering, which is well above the national figure. There is also a strong focus on family, as 32.3% of people provide unpaid care for children.

Families with children are common here, with 56.4% of households consisting of couples with children. Consequently, people are less likely to live alone compared to other areas in the state.

Most residents live in separate houses, 92.6% of which are detached. These homes are typically large, with 82.3% having three or more bedrooms, and typical weekly rents are $400, well above the state average.

Public transport use is much higher than in most areas, and residents enjoy easy access with a typical two-minute walk to the nearest stop. Only 2.2% of homes have no motor vehicle.

The area is quite dynamic, with 35.9% of residents having moved in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas have also increased, now making up 14.8% of the population.

A high proportion of the community is working or looking for work, which is well above the state average. Many residents are professionals or managers, often employed in health care, social assistance, or education.

This is a highly advantaged area, ranking in the top 20% of all areas for overall advantage. This is driven by strong levels of education, job skills, and access to resources.

The suburb is quite walkable, with 99.3% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park and 91% within 10 minutes of public transport.