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Howrah has an estimated 9,687 residents, up from 9,545 at the 2021 Census — a change of 142 people, or 1.5%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 83% of areas nationally. 179 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,311 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to municipal data updates and recently confirmed addresses from AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Howrah has a residency of approximately 9,687 residents as of May 2026. This indicates a gain of 142 people (1.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the head count stood at 9,545 people. This shift is derived from a local resident base of 9,656, calculated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population release alongside 179 new validated addresses registered since the Census. Such population numbers yield a density of 1,310 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the national average for locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The suburb's 1.5% post-census growth tracks within 2.4 percentage points of the broader SA4 region (3.9%), showing solid local growth conditions. This expansion was mostly fueled by international arrivals, who accounted for roughly 68.0% of the total population gains over the recent timeframe. Projections for each SA2 zone published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are sourced from ABS and Geoscience Australia. In cases where SA2-specific numbers are unavailable, or to calculate age distribution shifts beyond 2032, regional projections from the Tasmanian Government issued in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied, utilizing weighted aggregation techniques to transition from local government to SA2 levels. Based on these anticipated demographic movements, the suburb of Howrah is set to outpace the median growth rate of other national statistical zones, with projections pointing to an increase of 1,404 residents by 2041, representing a total rise of 14.2% over the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
269 new dwellings have been approved in Howrah over the past five years, an average of 53 a year. That is 5.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 38 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 25, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of building approval statistics compiled by AreaSearch reveals that the suburb of Howrah registered an annual average of about 53 new residential approvals, translating to approximately 269 residential properties over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, there have been 23 approvals documented. The ratio of population growth to construction averaged 1.1 additional residents for every new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, pointing to balanced supply and demand conditions, though the last 2 financial years saw this metric fall to -3.4 people per dwelling, reflecting a more accommodating supply environment.
The average value of new builds sits at $407,000, signaling a clear developer focus on upmarket, premium construction projects. Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $10.5 million this financial year, showing moderate commercial investment. Comparing these building approval figures to the wider Greater Hobart region shows similar per-capita construction rates, which helps maintain overall local market stability. Furthermore, recent building permits consist entirely of single-family detached homes, preserving the established low-density suburban atmosphere and appealing to buyers who value extra space. With a ratio of approximately 1017 people per new residential approval, the local market displays highly established characteristics. Looking forward, the population is set to expand by 1,373 individuals by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. The current pace of new construction matches this projected demand, which should support a stable property market without triggering intense upward price pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Howrah
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Howrah, worth an estimated $59 million. A further 36 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.5 billion. 11 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, developments, and zoning updates are major drivers of real estate performance. AreaSearch has identified 4 key projects that are likely to influence the local area. Chief among these developments are the Glebe Hill Childcare Centre, Glebe Hill Village, Clarence Street, the Howrah Affordable Housing Development, and the Oceana Phase 2 Master Plan, with details on the most significant projects outlined below.
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Glebe Hill Childcare Centre
Purpose-built early learning centre developed by Tipalea Partners adjacent to Glebe Hill Village. The 106-place centre is operated by Green Leaves Early Learning and commenced operations during 2026, helping address childcare demand in Hobart's south-east.
Clarence Street, Howrah Affordable Housing Development
Rezoning of approximately 1300 square meters of surplus land from Utilities to General Residential Zone via a Housing Land Supply Order to enable the development of up to 4 dwelling units for social and affordable housing. The land is being prepared for transfer to Homes Tasmania for subdivision and housing development.
Glebe Hill Village
A 6,002 square metre neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by Coles and a 24-hour McDonald's drive-thru, plus Priceline Pharmacy, Liquorland, and 16 specialty stores. Opened in August 2022, it is noted as Tasmania's most technologically and environmentally advanced neighbourhood centre with solar array, EV chargers, and smart-tech features. The centre was sold by Tipalea Partners to a Charter Hall managed fund for $50.25 million in January 2025.
Oceana Phase 2 Master Plan
An approved master plan for integrated conservation management and limited residential development (Coventry Rise and Oceana Rise) on the Rokeby Hills above Howrah and Tranmere. It proposes bushland lots and residential clusters close to nature, providing for various residential living styles and maintaining bushland for conservation and public open space.
Clarence City Heart Plan
A council-led precinct and urban renewal framework for Clarence's city centre covering Rosny Park, Kangaroo Bay and Bellerive. The 2024-25 final draft identifies eight linked precincts and sets long-term directions for housing diversity, public spaces, culture, movement and economic growth. Community re-engagement ran Dec 2024 to Feb 2025 with strong support reported in March 2025; the plan remains in the planning phase pending final endorsement.
Cambridge-Clarence Recycled Water Interconnector
A $19.1 million investment in southeast Tasmania to provide around 190 megalitres of recycled water per year for agriculture and preserve the health of the Pitt Water-Orielton Lagoon.
Homes Tasmania - 10 Binalong Road Residential Development
A concept project by Homes Tasmania, proposing the delivery of up to an additional 50 social and affordable rental homes on this site, which is currently owned by Homes Tasmania.
Homes Tasmania - 155 Cambridge Road Residential Development
This project involves the development of up to 75 social and affordable rental homes on land at 155 Cambridge Road, Warrane. The site was acquired by Homes Tasmania from the Department of Defence and has been rezoned to General Residential Zone to facilitate housing development.
4,843 residents of Howrah are employed, from a labour force of 4,969. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 60.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,512, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by strong educational credentials and solid representation in key public service sectors, with the unemployment rate sitting at a low 2.5% according to aggregated local data. By March 2026, there were 4,843 employed residents, keeping the local unemployment rate 1.9% below the Greater Hobart average of 4.4%. However, labor force participation is slightly lower, standing at 60.7% compared to 63.8% across Greater Hobart. Census statistics indicate that a modest 9.4% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
Local jobs are heavily concentrated in healthcare & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. Public sector administration jobs are especially prominent, representing 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, hospitality and food services have a smaller footprint, employing only 6.3% of the workforce compared to 8.0% across the region. The comparison between the working population at the Census and the total resident population suggests this largely residential suburb offers relatively few local jobs. An examination of SALM and ABS data for the 12 months leading to March 2026 shows that the local labor force contracted by 1.0% and total employment dropped by 1.0%, while unemployment levels remained virtually unchanged. This contrasts with Greater Hobart, where employment slipped by 0.1% and the labor force grew by 0.2%, leading to a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. Long-term employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional clues about future job trends, which have been aligned with local workforce patterns to project growth. While overall national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of change varies widely by sector. Applying these national sector trends to the local employment mix suggests the area's workforce count should rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted trend without adjusting for local population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Howrah is $1,690 a week (about $88,000 a year), with median personal income at $865 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,106 a year against an average of $67,922. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level tax data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, the median taxpayer income in the area is $56,106, with an average of $67,922. These figures are close to national averages and compare to a median of $54,577 and average of $65,190 in Greater Hobart. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $62,250 for the median and $75,359 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes around the 53rd percentile nationally.
Furthermore, 33.1% of the local population (representing 3,206 people) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly range, which is very similar to the regional share of 32.2%. After accounting for housing expenses, households retain 87.2% of their income, indicating solid financial capacity, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Howrah had 3,848 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,690 a month. Rent absorbs 23.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing profile at the time of the latest Census was dominated by separate houses at 95.2%, with multi-unit dwellings, townhouses, and other formats accounting for the remaining 4.8%, compared to 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings across metropolitan Hobart. Home ownership rates are notably higher than the metro average at 44.9%, with 36.5% of homes being purchased with a mortgage and 18.6% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,690, which is higher than the Hobart metro median of $1,517. The median weekly rent was $400, compared to $350 across metropolitan Hobart.
Compared nationally, local mortgage costs are below the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Howrah counted 3,848 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 31% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 71.6%, consisting of couples with children at 29.0%, couples without children at 31.4%, and single-parent households at 10.1%. The remaining 28.4% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 25.7% and group housing setups at 2.5%. The average household size is 2.4 residents, matching the figure for Greater Hobart.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.2% of adults in Howrah hold a university qualification, including 19.9% with a bachelor degree and 7.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 749 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,004 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The local population displays a strong educational background compared to the wider region, with tertiary graduation rates at 31.2% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the Tasmanian average of 25.5% and the SA3 average of 28.9%. Among those with university degrees, bachelor programs are the most common at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.3% and graduate diplomas at 4.0%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 33.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 22.1%. Participation in study is quite strong, with 26.0% of the population enrolled in an educational institution.
This group comprises 9.0% attending primary school, 6.7% in high school, and 4.8% enrolled in university or vocational training.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Howrah reaches 68 stops on 176 routes, timetabled for about 11,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit networks include 68 active stops within the suburb of Howrah, consisting of bus services. These stops support 176 distinct routes, which combine to offer 11,936 passenger services weekly. Transit access is high, with residents living an average of 179 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, the vast majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles being the primary mode at 88% and buses at 8%. Motor vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.5 cars per household. A low 9.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been affected by pandemic restrictions.
Transit service frequency averages 1,705 runs daily across all routes, which translates to about 175 weekly services per active stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
64.0% of residents in Howrah report no long-term health condition. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on health indicators, mortality rates, and chronic illness data analyzed by AreaSearch, health outcomes are closely aligned with national norms, showing typical rates of common medical conditions across all age groups. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is relatively high, covering roughly 54% of the population (~5,238 people), compared to 51.7% across the Greater Hobart region. Arthritis and mental health challenges are the most frequently reported medical conditions, affecting 11.1% and 9.0% of residents. Meanwhile, 64.0% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart.
General health metrics for working-age residents are typical. Those aged 65 and over represent 25.9% of the local population (2,508 people), which is higher than the 20.0% regional average. Senior health outcomes are favorable, with national rankings aligning closely with general population benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Howrah is largely Australian-born, at 84.9% of residents, with 9.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.3%) and Australian (29.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local population shows lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 84.9% of residents born in Australia, 91.0% holding citizenship, and 90.7% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 47.0% of the community. The most distinct variance is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.0% of the population compared to 1.1% across Greater Hobart. In terms of family heritage, the most common ancestries are English at 33.3%, Australian at 29.9%, and Irish at 8.6%. There are minor differences in other heritages, with Polish representing 0.9% of the local population (compared to 0.8% regionally), Welsh at 0.6% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and Greek at 0.9% (compared to 0.6% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Howrah is 43. 21.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The local median age of 43 years is higher than the Greater Hobart average of 39 and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Hobart, the area has a higher share of residents aged 75 - 84 (10.7%) but fewer young adults aged 25 - 34 (11.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 12.7% to 14.1% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 9.3% to 10.7%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 age group dropped from 13.1% to 11.5%, and the 65 to 74 group declined from 12.6% to 11.2%.
Projections to 2041 indicate notable shifts, with the 45 to 54 group expected to increase by 59% (680 people) to reach 1,833 from 1,152, while the 35 to 44 age cohort is projected to contract by 339 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Howrah
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 179 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,545 at the 2021 Census → 9,687 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL60281). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.