Claremont (Tas.)

Claremont has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Claremont (Tas.) is around 8,631. This figure reflects a growth of 234 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,397. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 8,592 residents based on June 2025 ABS ERP data and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 481 persons per square kilometer. Claremont's population growth of 2.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's growth of 1.1%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 80.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are adopted and adjusted using weighted aggregation methods. Based on these projections, the suburb is expected to increase its population by just below the median national statistical area rate, gaining 519 persons by 2041, reflecting a total growth of 5.6% over 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Claremont when compared nationally

Claremont has recorded approximately 43 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 217 homes were approved, with a further 35 approved in FY26 so far. On average, about 1.7 new residents have arrived per new home each year over these five years, indicating a balanced supply and demand market that supports stable conditions.

The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings is $344,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. In FY26 to date, Claremont has recorded approximately $2.1 million in commercial development approvals, indicating a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Hobart, Claremont shows moderately higher construction activity, with 15.0% more approvals per person over the past five years, balancing buyer choice while supporting current property values.

All new constructions in Claremont have been detached houses, preserving its low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. This is notable as only 73.0% of dwellings were detached houses at Census, indicating strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. Claremont has approximately 195 people per dwelling approval, reflecting a low density market. Future projections estimate Claremont will add around 480 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Claremont has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones are Claremont Plaza Refurbishment and Extension, Chocolate Experience at Cadbury, Glenorchy Sports Centre, and Abbotsfield Road Mixed-Use Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Claremont are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Claremont has a skilled workforce with well-represented essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 5.7%. Employment stability has been relatively consistent over the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of December 2025, Claremont has 4,067 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.7% higher than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Claremont is lower at 59.3%, compared to Greater Hobart's 63.7%. Census data shows that only 5.1% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The leading employment industries among Claremont residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Manufacturing stands out with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level. However, education & training has a limited presence at 6.4% compared to the regional average of 10.8%. Local employment opportunities appear limited, as indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, Claremont's employment increased by 0.3%, while labour force decreased by 0.1%, leading to a unemployment rate drop of 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Hobart saw employment growth of 0.1% and labour force decline of 0.1%, with a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide insights into potential future demand within Claremont. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Claremont's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The suburb of Claremont had a median taxpayer income of $49,507 and an average of $53,604 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages. Greater Hobart, however, had a median income of $54,577 and an average income of $65,190 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for Claremont as of March 2026 would be approximately $54,928 (median) and $59,474 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Claremont fell between the 16th and 23rd percentiles nationally. Income analysis showed that the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominated with 29.8% of residents (2,572 people), aligning with regional levels where this cohort represented 32.2%. Housing affordability pressures were severe in Claremont, with only 82.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 15th percentile.

Claremont is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Claremont's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 73.1% houses and 26.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Hobart metro's 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Claremont stood at 29.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.8% and rented ones at 36.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, below Hobart metro's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Claremont was $320, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, Claremont's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Claremont features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 63.1% of all households, including 23.7% that are couples with children, 23.0% that are couples without children, and 15.5% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 36.9%, with lone person households at 33.7% and group households comprising 3.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4 people.

Claremont faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 17.1%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 32.8%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (7.8%) and certificates (28.8%). Educational participation is high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 11.1% in primary, 7.0% in secondary, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.1% in primary education, 7.0% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Claremont has 64 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 120 different routes that collectively facilitate 7,304 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 196 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 90% of residents, while buses are used by 6%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 5.1% of residents work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 1,043 trips per day, equating to approximately 114 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Claremont is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Claremont faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 48% (around 4,179 people), compared to Greater Hobart's 51.7% and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 11.5% and 11.0% of residents respectively. However, 60.5% claim to have no medical ailments, compared to Greater Hobart's 65.5%. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to higher chronic condition rates. Claremont has 21.1% of its population aged 65 and over (1,821 people), exceeding Greater Hobart's 20.0%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges but align with national rankings overall.

Claremont ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Claremont's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 86.4% of its population being Australian citizens, born in Australia (85.4%), and speaking English only at home (89.3%). The predominant religion in Claremont is Christianity, accounting for 43.0% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' category comprises 1.7%, compared to 1.1% across Greater Hobart.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups are English (33.2%), Australian (31.4%), and Irish (7.0%). Significant differences exist in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is overrepresented at 5.1% (vs regional 3.0%), Sri Lankan at 0.2% (vs 0.1%), and Macedonian at 0.1% (vs 0%).

Claremont's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Claremont's median age is 38, closely matching Greater Hobart's figure of 39 and Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Hobart, Claremont has an over-representation of the 75-84 age cohort (8.2% locally) and an under-representation of 25-34 year-olds (14.3%). Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group grew from 12.4% to 14.5%, while the 15-24 cohort increased from 11.2% to 12.3%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group declined from 16.3% to 14.3%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 12.4% to 10.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Claremont's age profile. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to expand by 449 people (49%), from 914 to 1,364. Conversely, both the 0-4 and 25-34 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.