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Population
Dodges Ferry has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends
Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the suburb of Dodges Ferry's population was estimated at around 2,690 as of May 2026. This reflected an increase of 44 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,646 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 2,688 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 419 persons per square kilometer. Dodges Ferry's 1.7% growth since census positions it within 2.2 percentage points of the SA4 region (3.9%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 46.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.
AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made employing weighted aggregation methods from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb, with an expected increase of 383 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 14.2% over the 16 years.
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Development
Residential development activity is lower than average in Dodges Ferry according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Dodges Ferry shows an average of around 10 new dwelling approvals per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, approximately 54 homes were approved, with a further three approved so far in FY26. Each year, about 1.9 people moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years. However, this has moderated to -1 people per dwelling over the past two financial years.
The average construction value of new properties is $369,000, indicating a focus on premium segment development. In FY26, there have been $1.2 million in commercial approvals. Compared to Greater Hobart, Dodges Ferry has 60.0% lower building activity per person. Recent development has consisted entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.
As of now, there are around 282 people per dwelling approval in Dodges Ferry. Population forecasts indicate an increase of 381 residents by 2041. Construction pace is currently reasonable but may face growing competition as population increases.
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Infrastructure
Dodges Ferry has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 7thth percentile nationally
No infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Tasmanian Irrigation Schemes: Tranche 3, Cethana Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project, Marinus Link, and Telstra InfraCo Intercity Fibre Network. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.
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Enabling Infrastructure for Hydrogen Production
A national program to coordinate and deploy the enabling infrastructure required to support large-scale renewable hydrogen production across Australia. Building on the 2024 National Hydrogen Strategy and the National Hydrogen Infrastructure Assessment (NHIA), the program aligns electricity transmission, water supply, transport corridors, port and storage infrastructure with Renewable Energy Zones and prospective hydrogen hubs (Bell Bay, Darwin, Eyre Peninsula, Gladstone, Latrobe Valley, Hunter Valley, Pilbara). Two key federal mechanisms underpin delivery. The Hydrogen Headstart program provides up to 4 billion AUD in long-term revenue support via production credits, with Round 2 (2 billion AUD administered by ARENA) opening for Expressions of Interest in October 2025 with EOIs closing 8 December 2025. The Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive (HPTI), legislated through the Future Made in Australia (Production Tax Credits and Other Measures) Act 2025 which received Royal Assent on 14 February 2025, provides an uncapped refundable tax offset of 2 AUD per kilogram of eligible renewable hydrogen for up to 10 years between 1 July 2027 and 30 June 2040 for projects reaching final investment decision by 2030. The HPTI is jointly administered by the ATO and Clean Energy Regulator and requires certification under the Guarantee of Origin scheme. Round 1 of Hydrogen Headstart shortlisted six projects representing more than 3.5 GW of electrolyser capacity, with 814 million AUD ultimately awarded.
Enabling Digital Health Services for Regional and Remote Australia
A national digital infrastructure program under the Digital Health Blueprint 2023-2033 designed to provide equitable healthcare access for regional and remote Australians. The initiative is currently rolling out the 'Share by Default' legislative framework, which mandates the uploading of pathology and diagnostic imaging reports to My Health Record starting July 2026. Current 2026 milestones include the launch of the Digital Health Implementer Hub to accelerate software conformance and the implementation of the National Allied Health Digital Uplift Plan to integrate allied health practitioners into the national digital ecosystem.
Bulk Water Supply Security
Nationwide program led by the National Water Grid Authority to improve bulk water security and reliability for non-potable and productive uses. Activities include strategic planning, science and business cases, and funding of state and territory projects such as storages, pipelines, dam upgrades, recycled water and efficiency upgrades to build drought resilience and support regional communities, industry and the environment.
National EV Charging Network (Highway Fast Charging)
Partnership between the Australian Government and NRMA to deliver a backbone EV fast charging network on national highways. Program funds and co-funds 117 DC fast charging sites at roughly 150 km intervals to connect all capital cities and regional routes, reducing range anxiety and supporting EV uptake.
Network Optimisation Program - Roads
A national program concept focused on improving congestion and reliability on urban road networks by using low-cost operational measures and technology (e.g., signal timing, intersection treatments, incident management) to optimise existing capacity across major city corridors.
Tasmanian Irrigation Schemes: Tranche 3
Development of sustainable water capture and distribution systems in Tasmania to enhance agricultural productivity by enabling dryland farms to transition to higher-value enterprises like fruit or viticulture.
Cethana Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project
The Cethana pumped hydro project, led by Hydro Tasmania, is part of the Battery of the Nation initiative to enhance Tasmania's renewable storage and generation. It utilizes Lake Cethana as the lower storage, with a new upper storage, underground power station, and tunnels. The project has a generating capacity of 750 MW and storage capacity of 20 hours, requiring transmission upgrades and Marinus Link interconnection.
Marinus Link
Marinus Link involves constructing a second undersea electricity link and supporting infrastructure between Tasmania and Victoria, enhancing the existing Basslink interconnector. The project, part of Project Marinus, includes transmission lines and network upgrades.
Employment
Dodges Ferry has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks
Dodges Ferry has a skilled workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 4.5%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 1,328 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.5% compared to Greater Hobart's 4.0%.
Workforce participation in Dodges Ferry is similar to Greater Hobart's at 63.7%. According to Census responses, only 8.8% of residents work from home. The key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Construction is particularly specialized with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.
Retail trade, however, is under-represented at 6.7% compared to Greater Hobart's 9.6%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.8%, with employment decreasing by 1.9% in Dodges Ferry, leaving unemployment broadly flat. In comparison, Greater Hobart recorded employment growth of 0.1%, labour force decline of 0.1%, and a fall in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Dodges Ferry. 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 Dodges Ferry's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.
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Income
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows income in Dodges Ferry is lower than average nationally. The median income is $52,682 and the average is $59,955. In contrast, Greater Hobart has a median income of $54,577 and an average of $65,190. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Dodges Ferry are approximately $58,451 (median) and $66,520 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Dodges Ferry rank modestly, between the 29th and 43rd percentiles. In Dodges Ferry, 35.0% of the population (941 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, similar to metropolitan regions where 32.2% occupy this range. After housing expenses, 85.7% of income remains for other expenses.
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Housing
Dodges Ferry is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
Dwelling structure in Dodges Ferry, as per the latest Census, comprised 99.6% houses and 0.4% other dwellings. In comparison, Hobart metro had 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Dodges Ferry was at 35.0%, similar to Hobart metro's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (47.6%) or rented (17.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,300, below the Hobart metro average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure was $340, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, Dodges Ferry's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Dodges Ferry has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size
Family households account for 71.2% of all households, including 25.4% couples with children, 30.9% couples without children, and 13.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 28.8%, with lone person households at 26.8% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Greater Hobart average.
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Local Schools & Education
Educational outcomes in Dodges Ferry fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment
The area's university qualification rate is 22.5%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 32.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 15.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are held by 41.3% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 30.8%. Educational participation is high, with 28.7% currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.5% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 3.0% in tertiary education.
Educational participation is notably high, with 28.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 3.0% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
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Health
Health outcomes in Dodges Ferry are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts
Dodges Ferry shows below-average health indicators based on AreaSearch's assessment.
Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are higher than average across both younger and older age groups. Only approximately 51% of residents have private health cover. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (10.1%) and mental health issues (9.9%), with 65.8% of residents reporting no medical ailments, compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart. Working-age residents have an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. Dodges Ferry has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 21.1%, compared to Greater Hobart's 20.0%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.
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Cultural Diversity
The latest Census data sees Dodges Ferry placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Dodges Ferry, as per the census conducted on Tuesday, 9 June 2009, exhibited below-average cultural diversity. Its population comprised 90.6% citizens, 90.5% born in Australia, and 96.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, with 37.4% of Dodges Ferry's population identifying as such.
Notably, Judaism was not present (0.0%), compared to Greater Hobart's 0.1%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (33.6%), Australian (33.2%), and Irish (8.7%). Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: Dutch at 1.5% in Dodges Ferry versus 1.5% regionally, French at 0.5% versus 0.3%, and Australian Aboriginal at 2.8% versus 3.0%.
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Age
Dodges Ferry hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average
The median age in Dodges Ferry is 43 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Hobart's average of 39 years and Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Hobart, Dodges Ferry has a higher percentage of residents aged 55-64 (15.3%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.7%). According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 75-84 grew from 4.0% to 6.0%, while the 35-44 age group increased from 12.5% to 14.1%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort declined from 17.6% to 15.3%, and the 25-34 group decreased from 11.3% to 9.7%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Dodges Ferry's age structure. The 45-54 age group is expected to grow by 45%, reaching 448 people from 309. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 54% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 35-44 age group is projected to decrease by 64 residents.