Suburb profile · Greater Hobart
Austins Ferry has an estimated 2,769 residents, up 15.6% since the 2021 Census, with 49 projects tracked in the area around Austins Ferry.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Situated 14 kilometres north-northwest from Hobart CBD, the suburb of Austins Ferry provides a picturesque riverside lifestyle defined by peaceful natural surroundings, historic architectural character, and rich European heritage. The community is supported by scenic waterfront outlooks, local wineries, markets, gourmet dining, and active community organisations. Supported by quarterly address validations alongside annual Estimated Resident Population (ERP) updates, AreaSearch places the population of the suburb of Austins Ferry at approximately 2,769 as of Aug 2026. This reflects an expansion of 374 people (15.6%) from the 2,395 residents counted in the 2021 Census, indicating a steady and moderate pace of demographic expansion.
Austins Ferry features an established residential housing landscape highlighted by strong detached house representation and high levels of mortgaged homes. The suburb displays a balanced demographic foundation with a median age of 39, matching broader norms.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 14 kilometres north-northwest from Hobart CBD, the suburb of Austins Ferry provides a picturesque riverside lifestyle defined by peaceful natural surroundings, historic architectural character, and rich European heritage. The community is supported by scenic waterfront outlooks, local wineries, markets, gourmet dining, and active community organisations. Supported by quarterly address validations alongside annual Estimated Resident Population (ERP) updates, AreaSearch places the population of the suburb of Austins Ferry at approximately 2,769 as of Aug 2026. This reflects an expansion of 374 people (15.6%) from the 2,395 residents counted in the 2021 Census, indicating a steady and moderate pace of demographic expansion.
Austins Ferry features an established residential housing landscape highlighted by strong detached house representation and high levels of mortgaged homes. The suburb displays a balanced demographic foundation with a median age of 39, matching broader norms.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,113 in 2006 and 2,744 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,769 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 13.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 39.4%.
Austins Ferry ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 63rd for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Austins Ferry is $594 a week, up 13.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 8% above Greater Hobart.
8% above Greater Hobart on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $594 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +13.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart - North West | $534 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Hobart - North West, over 12 months | +7.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Hobart, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Hobart | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Hobart, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, TAS | $513 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, TAS, over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 49 projects in and around Austins Ferry, 11 of them under construction.
The Claremont Plaza expansion involves a strategic refurbishment and extension of the existing neighbourhood shopping centre to enhance its convenience-based retail offering.
A 150 million dollar tourism attraction transforming the waterfront parklands beside the historic Cadbury factory at Claremont into an immersive chocolate visitor experience.
A 3.75 hectare mixed-use redevelopment of the former Claremont Primary School site. The project features 315 dwellings, including apartments and townhouses, aimed at providing quality medium-density housing. The precinct includes a childcare centre, cafe, community facilities, and local retail spaces while preserving historic school buildings.
Proposed mixed-use development opposite Claremont Plaza comprising approximately 85 apartments with ground-floor retail and commercial space. No evidence was found that the development application has progressed to approval or construction. Recent marketing of nearby development land suggests the site remains in the development planning phase.
A $28 million multi-sport facility featuring four indoor courts including a dedicated show court for netball, basketball, futsal, volleyball, badminton, pickleball and wheelchair sports.
Cadbury factory tourist attraction offers the world's tallest chocolate fountain, 3D time tunnel, build-your-own bar, cafe, playground, restaurant, and shop. Includes new buildings, walkways, cycleways, and a ferry terminal.
Park and ride facility to support public transport usage and reduce traffic congestion. Features electric vehicle charging stations and bicycle storage.
A 15-unit social housing development located at Teering and Maroni Roads in Berriedale. Delivered by Homes Tasmania in partnership with the Federal Government's Social Housing Accelerator program and constructed by Fairbrother.
Extension of a shared path along Main Road in Granton for pedestrians and cyclists, aiming to improve local connectivity and safety.
Medium-density social housing development by Homes Tasmania delivering 23 one- and two-bedroom units. The project features a deep-soil communal courtyard, solar capture, high-performance insulation, and targets a 7-star NatHERS rating.
Proposed luxury hotel at the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), 655 Main Road, Berriedale, near Hobart, first announced by founder David Walsh as HOMO and later revised as Motown.
A boutique masterplanned residential development comprising 243 residential lots on the River Derwent in Austins Ferry. The subdivision was developed on the former Gunns site and included over 120,000m3 of earthworks, full service network installation including stormwater, sewerage, water mains, power and communications, and a new roundabout on Main Road.
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Estimated completion year of the 23 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 5, 2027 5, 2028 4, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1. 9 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 11.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 29 | ABS building approvals | 42nd percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Austins Ferry include: Windermere Bay Precinct (Approved); Claremont Link Road Park and Ride Facility (Planning); Glenorchy Sports Centre (Construction); Chocolate Experience at Cadbury (Dev. Approval); and Windermere Bay Foreshore Reserve Environmental Project (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Austins Ferry spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Tourism, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Austins Ferry currently ranks below national averages at the 36th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Austins Ferry when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Austins Ferry area has seen 26 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Austins Ferry's current population of 2,769 has been supported by 29 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Austins Ferry has seen 11.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 4.7 approvals in Greater Hobart. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 209 people in the suburb of Austins Ferry, compared to one for every 255 in Greater Hobart.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Austins Ferry's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 29, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Austins Ferry has grown by approximately 330 people, while 143 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Austins Ferry are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,769 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +15.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,298 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,395 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 374 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.13 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Austins Ferry was estimated to be approximately 2,769 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,744 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Austins Ferry has added approximately 374 people and shown a 15.62% increase from the 2,395 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Austins Ferry is estimated at 1,300 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Austins Ferry has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Austins Ferry is driven by: Interstate migration (51.0%), Overseas migration (26.0%), Natural increase (23.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 51.0% of overall population gains.
Austins Ferry's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Austins Ferry at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Austins Ferry is equal to the Greater Hobart 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Austins Ferry compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 13.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Austins Ferry compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Austins Ferry is broadly in line with Greater Hobart.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.0% of the population in the suburb of Austins Ferry as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.5% of the population in the suburb of Austins Ferry as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,773 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 24th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $57,484 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,625 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $762 | 2021 Census, weekly | 41st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 14.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,870 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Austins Ferry is approximately $55,997. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,773.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Austins Ferry is approximately $60,996. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $57,484.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Austins Ferry is approximately $55,997 compared to $61,347 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,773 and $57,815 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Austins Ferry is approximately $60,996 compared to $73,587 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,484 and $69,350 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Austins Ferry's households (~39.4% / 357 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Austins Ferry is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 39.4% of households. In comparison, Greater Hobart's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.2% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Austins Ferry is $1,625/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Austins Ferry is $1,870/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Austins Ferry is $762/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Austins Ferry's median income among taxpayers is $52,773, with an average of $57,484. This is below the national average, and compares to Greater Hobart's median of $57,815 and average of $69,350. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $55,997 (median) and $60,996 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Austins Ferry is $6,027 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Austins Ferry's disposable income is $6,027 compared to $5,694 for Greater Hobart, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Austins Ferry has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,432 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,061 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,495 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Austins Ferry has approximately 1,432 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Austins Ferry stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Hobart's rate of 4.4%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Austins Ferry is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.3% of employment), retail trade (13.0%), and construction (10.9%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Austins Ferry has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Hobart saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Austins Ferry is 64.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Greater Hobart average of 63.7%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Hobart.
The suburb of Austins Ferry shows notable specialisation in retail trade, which employs 13.0% of the local workforce compared to 9.6% across Greater Hobart. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Austins Ferry's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 6.4% decline, ranking 34th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Austins Ferry sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 44.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
17.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Austins Ferry have university qualifications, compared to 32.8% in Greater Hobart.
44.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Austins Ferry have no formal qualifications, compared to 36.2% in Greater Hobart.
The suburb of Austins Ferry ranks in the 46th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Austins Ferry are: Certificate (29.8%), Bachelor Degree (10.9%), Advanced Diploma (8.5%).
27.5% of the population in the suburb of Austins Ferry is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.1% in primary school, 8.5% in secondary school, 3.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Austins Ferry is 1026, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Austins Ferry, with a combined enrollment of approximately 812 students.
The suburb of Austins Ferry includes 1 combined school.
Austins Ferry features high concentrations of single parent families, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 23.3% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 907 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,049 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Austins Ferry had 907 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 15.7% to an estimated 1,049 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Austins Ferry is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.4 in Greater Hobart and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 74.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (23.3%), group households (2.5%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 673 family households, couples with children account for 30.7% of all households, couples without children at home 28.0%, and single parent families 14.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Hobart, the suburb of Austins Ferry shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 74.2% (versus 68.1% in Greater Hobart). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Austins Ferry have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Hobart average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.9% have never married. This compares to 43.0% married and 38.7% never married across Greater Hobart.
Single-person households represent 23.3% of all households in the suburb of Austins Ferry, similar to the average for Greater Hobart of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.5% of households, below the Greater Hobart average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Austins Ferry ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 90.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 86.6% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
Austins Ferry was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 86.6% of its population born in Australia, 92.1% being citizens, and 90.4% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Austins Ferry was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.8% of people in Austins Ferry. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 2.0% of the population, compared to 1.1% across Greater Hobart.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Austins Ferry are English, comprising 33.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 32.0% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.3% of Austins Ferry (vs 0.2% across Greater Hobart), Australian Aboriginal at 4.1% (vs 3.0%) and Korean at 0.3% (vs 0.2%).
13.4% of the suburb of Austins Ferry population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Greater Hobart.
9.6% of the population in the suburb of Austins Ferry speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 13.4% in Greater Hobart.
4.1% of the suburb of Austins Ferry population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.0% in Greater Hobart.
92.1% of the suburb of Austins Ferry population holds citizenship, compared to 85.0% in Greater Hobart.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Austins Ferry is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Hobart.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 33.3% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 46.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $364 | 2021 Census, weekly | 48th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Austins Ferry, 33.3% of homes are owned outright, 46.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 20.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Austins Ferry are houses.
In the suburb of Austins Ferry, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Austins Ferry stands at 33.3%, compared to 35.0% in Greater Hobart.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Austins Ferry is $1,500, compared to $1,517 in Greater Hobart.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Austins Ferry is $1,014, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Austins Ferry, households with mortgages typically spend 21.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Austins Ferry is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Austins Ferry shows mortgage holders spending 21.3% of income on repayments (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart), while renters spend 22.4% of income on rent (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Austins Ferry consists of 96.6% detached houses, 3.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Austins Ferry consumes approximately 14.4% of median household income ($7,036 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Austins Ferry show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health performance in Austins Ferry is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 17th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 61.7% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
Around 48.0% of people in the suburb of Austins Ferry are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Greater Hobart.
In the suburb of Austins Ferry, 6.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.2% of people in Greater Hobart require similar assistance.
8.8% of people in the suburb of Austins Ferry are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Hobart is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.2% of the suburb of Austins Ferry population, while in Greater Hobart, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the suburb of Austins Ferry have heart disease. Across Greater Hobart,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Austins Ferry, 48.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Hobart sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 95th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 16 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,284 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 178 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 72 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 6.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 16 public transport stops within the suburb of Austins Ferry.
The suburb of Austins Ferry has 5,284 weekly trips across 72 routes, averaging 754 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 193 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 638 m away and the nearest supermarket 854 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 16 stops nearby, 5,284 weekly trips, access rating 95 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 17 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 17th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 638 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 854 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 9.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Austins Ferry when compared nationally.
Austins Ferry has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Austins Ferry is $594 a week, +13.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Austins Ferry are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Austins Ferry's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Austins Ferry has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
Educational attainment in Austins Ferry sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Austins Ferry features high concentrations of single parent families, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
Austins Ferry ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Austins Ferry is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Hobart.
Health performance in Austins Ferry is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Austins Ferry has an estimated 2,769 residents, up 15.6% since the 2021 Census, with 49 projects tracked in the area around Austins Ferry.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Austins Ferry.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL60022). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Austins Ferry from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Austins Ferry with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
