Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
South Launceston
3 km²
A growing population has shifted the character of South Launceston, which added about 399 people between 2011 and 2021. It is a noticeably younger community than the state average, with a typical resident aged 36. This shift is partly explained by a high number of recent overseas arrivals and a growing proportion of people with university degrees. The area is very walkable and serves as a hub for those working in health and education, though it remains more affordable than most Australian suburbs.
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The typical resident is 36, which is noticeably younger than the Tasmania average. A high proportion of people are in de facto relationships, and 16.2% of the community are children under 15.
People born overseas make up 18.7% of the population, a figure that rose 6.1 points since 2011 and is well above the state average. English and Australian are the most common ancestries.
Language diversity is increasing, with the share of people using a language other than English at home rising 7.0 points since 2011 to reach 13.1%. This is well above the state figure.
More than half the community (51.4%) report having no religion, which is far above the national figure and represents an 18 point increase since 2011.
The area is well-qualified, with 26.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is well above the state average, and the share of people completing Year 12 has risen 8.4 points since 2011.
Typical weekly household income is $1,373, which is about the same as the state average but well below the national figure. While incomes have risen since 2011, the area has a lower share of high-earners than most other regions.
Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 32.8% of people having a long-term health condition and 13.4% reporting a mental health condition.
Volunteering is more common here than in most other areas, though the rate fell 3.5 points since 2011 to 16.2%. Fewer people perform unpaid housework compared to the state average.
First Nations residents are typically older than those in the rest of the state, with a typical age of 30. Their personal income is well above the state and national figures.
Living arrangements are distinct, with 36.8% of people living alone—a figure far above the national average. Consequently, the typical home has only 2.2 people.
Renting is very common, with 43.6% of households renting, which is far above the state and national figures. Homes are generally smaller, with 56.1% having three or more bedrooms, far below the state average.
The area is well-served by public transport with 14 routes and a high number of weekly departures. However, 9.9% of homes have no motor vehicle, which is much higher than most areas.
The community is highly mobile, with 47.2% of people moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up 23.4% of the population, a figure well above the national average.
More adults are working or looking for work (63.9%) than in most other areas. Many residents are employed in health care and social assistance, which accounts for 22.9% of jobs.
The area has an overall advantage score of 4 out of 10, which is lower than about 60% of similar areas. Recent population estimates suggest a decline of 3.7% since 2021.
The local climate is slightly drier than the state average, with annual rainfall of 668mm. Maximum and minimum temperatures are both well above the Tasmania average.
South Launceston is very walkable, with a score of 6.8. Almost all homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, parks, and public transport.