Suburb profile · Greater Hobart
Kingston Beach has an estimated 2,316 residents, up 0.5% since the 2021 Census, with 52 projects tracked in the area around Kingston Beach.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Conveniently situated 11.2 kilometres south from Hobart CBD, the suburb of Kingston Beach combines scenic coastal living with an established community atmosphere. Drawing upon annual SA2 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures alongside quarterly national address file updates, AreaSearch places the local population at approximately 2,316 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a very modest expansion from the 2,305 people counted during the 2021 Census, indicative of moderate expansion patterns overall. A hallmark of the area is its highly settled population structure, distinguished by pronounced 65 to 74yo demographic concentrations alongside a notable 75 to 84yo presence, giving the locality a substantial proportion of retirement aged and older Australians.
Alongside its older demographic character, the community is exceptionally well educated, underpinned by an elevated education employment base and strong educational qualifications across the community.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Conveniently situated 11.2 kilometres south from Hobart CBD, the suburb of Kingston Beach combines scenic coastal living with an established community atmosphere. Drawing upon annual SA2 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures alongside quarterly national address file updates, AreaSearch places the local population at approximately 2,316 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a very modest expansion from the 2,305 people counted during the 2021 Census, indicative of moderate expansion patterns overall. A hallmark of the area is its highly settled population structure, distinguished by pronounced 65 to 74yo demographic concentrations alongside a notable 75 to 84yo presence, giving the locality a substantial proportion of retirement aged and older Australians.
Alongside its older demographic character, the community is exceptionally well educated, underpinned by an elevated education employment base and strong educational qualifications across the community.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,177 in 2006 and 2,316 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 15.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.7%.
Kingston Beach ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education and the 85th for transport & access.
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 Kingston Beach is $535 a week, down 4.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% below Greater Hobart.
3% below Greater Hobart on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $535 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart - South and West | $585 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Hobart - South and West, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 52 projects in and around Kingston Beach, 18 of them under construction.
Kings Quarter is a major mixed-use urban renewal project at Kingston Park on the former Kingston High School site, delivered by Traders in Purple with Kingborough Council's public open space program.
A 115 million dollar high-performance training and administration facility for the Tasmania Devils AFL and AFLW teams at the Kingborough Sports Precinct. The state-of-the-art hub features a full gymnasium, recovery pools, infrared saunas, and an indoor training field.
Proposed redevelopment and expansion of Blackmans Bay Primary School to provide additional contemporary learning environments, upgraded administration facilities and shared school infrastructure to support future enrolment growth.
A residential subdivision referenced in the hills above Blackmans Bay, near Roslyn Avenue and Illawarra Road, an already well-established coastal suburb of Kingborough south of Hobart.
Major road upgrade delivering a grade-separated interchange to replace the Algona Road roundabout, duplication of the Kingston Bypass to two lanes in each direction, a new shared use path, a funded pedestrian overpass linking Huntingfield Park and Ride to Hollyhock Drive, and safety improvements at the Maddocks Road intersection.
Purpose-built high performance training centre for the Tasmania JackJumpers NBL team and Tasmania Jewels WNBL team within the Kingborough Sports Precinct.
A $50 million next-generation retail precinct in Kingston, Tasmania, developed by Tipalea Partners. It features the largest Coles supermarket in Kingston at 4,200 sqm with drive-through click and collect, Chemist Warehouse's first regional superstore, a medical centre, outdoor dining, and over 15 specialty retailers.
The Kingston Park Playground and Community Hub is a modern nature-based facility providing play spaces for all ages and abilities, inspired by local Tasmanian fauna and habitats.
New and upgraded bus interchange in Kingston CBD delivering safer, more accessible northbound and southbound stops on Channel Highway. After design corrections in early 2025 (wider footpaths, adjusted kerbs and entry point, new line marking), all Metro, Tassielink and Coal River Coaches services returned to the new interchange from 5 May 2025.
The Huntingfield Park and Ride is a completed facility providing parking for 174 vehicles, 26 bicycles, a quick drop off lane, upgraded shelters, and an amenity building to encourage public transport usage and reduce congestion on commutes to Hobart.
Revitalisation of Kingston's main street along Channel Highway to create a greener, safer and more walkable town centre with upgraded footpaths, crossings, lighting, landscaping, street furniture and art, plus a relocated bus interchange. Road re-opened to two-way traffic in July 2023 with landscaping and activation delivered through late 2023.
The Summerleas Road Underpass was constructed to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and community members, providing healthier transport options.
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Estimated completion year of the 26 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 5, 2027 5, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 3. 17 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 3.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 8 | ABS building approvals | 17th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Kingston Beach include: Kings Quarter (Kingston Park Masterplan) (Construction); Blackmans Bay Primary School Redevelopment and Expansion (Planning); Illawarra Rise Estate (Construction); Kingston Bypass Duplication and Algona Road Roundabout Upgrade (Planning); and Summerleas Road Underpass (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Kingston Beach spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Education & Training, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Kingston Beach currently ranks below national averages at the 30th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Kingston Beach is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Kingston Beach area has seen 1 residential approval over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Kingston Beach's current population of 2,316 has been supported by 8 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Kingston Beach has seen 3.3 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 4644 people in the suburb of Kingston Beach, 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 Kingston Beach's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 8, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Kingston Beach has seen 38 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
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 Kingston Beach are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,316 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,562 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,305 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 11 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.48 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Kingston Beach was estimated to be approximately 2,316 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,316 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Kingston Beach has added approximately 11 people and shown a 0.48% increase from the 2,305 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Kingston Beach is estimated at 1,565 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Kingston Beach has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Kingston Beach is driven by: Overseas migration (77.0%), Natural increase (23.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 77.0% of overall population gains.
Kingston Beach hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 85th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 30.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.4% | 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 | 47 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Kingston Beach at 48 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 47 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 48 years as at August 2026, Kingston Beach is 9 years older than the Greater Hobart 2021 Census average (39 years) and 10 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Kingston Beach compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 12.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Kingston Beach compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Kingston Beach show significant variance compared to Greater Hobart. The most over-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (12.1% vs 7.0%) and 65-74 year-olds (15.3% vs 10.7%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.3% of the population in the suburb of Kingston Beach as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 30.8% of the population in the suburb of Kingston Beach 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) | $55,306 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 34th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,270 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,526 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $826 | 2021 Census, weekly | 54th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,990 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Kingston Beach is approximately $58,685. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $55,306.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Kingston Beach is approximately $72,441. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,270.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Kingston Beach is approximately $58,685 compared to $61,347 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,306 and $57,815 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Kingston Beach is approximately $72,441 compared to $73,587 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,270 and $69,350 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Kingston Beach's households (~28.8% / 274 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Kingston Beach is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.8% 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 Kingston Beach is $1,526/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Kingston Beach is $1,990/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Kingston Beach is $826/wk.
The suburb of Kingston Beach shows a median taxpayer income of $55,306 and an average of $68,270 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is lower than average on a national basis, contrasting with Greater Hobart's median income of $57,815 and average income of $69,350. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $58,685 (median) and $72,441 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Kingston Beach is $5,753 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Kingston Beach's disposable income is $5,753 compared to $5,694 for Greater Hobart, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Kingston Beach exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 61.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,217 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,744 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,253 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Kingston Beach has approximately 1,217 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Kingston Beach stands at 2.9%, which is 1.5 percentage points below Greater Hobart's rate of 4.4%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Kingston Beach is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.7% of employment), education & training (13.0%), and professional & technical (10.2%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Kingston Beach has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing 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 Kingston Beach is 61.2%, 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 trailing the Greater Hobart average of 63.7%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Hobart.
The suburb of Kingston Beach shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 10.2% of the local workforce compared to 6.6% across Greater Hobart. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Kingston Beach's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 6.4% decline, ranking 34th out of 37 regions nationally.
Kingston Beach demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 40.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.4% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
40.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Kingston Beach have university qualifications, compared to 32.8% in Greater Hobart.
29.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Kingston Beach have no formal qualifications, compared to 36.2% in Greater Hobart.
The suburb of Kingston Beach ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Kingston Beach are: Bachelor Degree (25.1%), Certificate (18.4%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
25.0% of the population in the suburb of Kingston Beach is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.8% in primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, 6.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Kingston Beach, with a combined enrollment of approximately 0 students.
The suburb of Kingston Beach includes 1 combined school.
Kingston Beach features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Hobart.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 953 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 958 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.3% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Kingston Beach had 953 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 958 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Kingston Beach is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.4 in Greater Hobart and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 64.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.6%), group households (4.6%), and other household types (0.5%).
Of the 613 family households, couples with children account for 23.0% of all households, couples without children at home 31.1%, and single parent families 9.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Hobart, the suburb of Kingston Beach shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Kingston Beach have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Hobart average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 47.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.8% have never married. This compares to 43.0% married and 38.7% never married across Greater Hobart.
Single-person households represent 30.6% of all households in the suburb of Kingston Beach, 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 4.6% of households, slightly above the Greater Hobart average of 4.2%.
In terms of cultural diversity, Kingston Beach records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 90.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 74.9% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
Kingston Beach was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 9.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 25.1% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Kingston Beach, at 42.7% of people, although more residents (53.3%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.4% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Hobart.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Kingston Beach are English, comprising 33.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 23.3% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 9.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 3.5% of Kingston Beach (vs 1.5% across Greater Hobart), Polish at 1.0% (vs 0.8%) and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).
25.1% of the suburb of Kingston Beach population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Greater Hobart.
9.7% of the population in the suburb of Kingston Beach speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 13.4% in Greater Hobart.
2.5% of the suburb of Kingston Beach population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.0% in Greater Hobart.
87.4% of the suburb of Kingston Beach population holds citizenship, compared to 85.0% in Greater Hobart.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Kingston Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 46.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 82.5% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,577 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $380 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Kingston Beach, 46.6% of homes are owned outright, 28.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 82.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Kingston Beach are houses.
In the suburb of Kingston Beach, 9.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Kingston Beach stands at 46.6%, compared to 35.0% in Greater Hobart.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Kingston Beach is $1,577, compared to $1,517 in Greater Hobart.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Kingston Beach is $859, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Kingston Beach, households with mortgages typically spend 23.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Kingston Beach is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Kingston Beach shows mortgage holders spending 23.8% of income on repayments (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart), while renters spend 24.9% of income on rent (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Kingston Beach consists of 82.5% detached houses, 7.9% semi-detached dwellings, 9.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Kingston Beach consumes approximately 13.0% of median household income ($6,608 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
The level of general health in Kingston Beach is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.7% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
Around 52.4% of people in the suburb of Kingston Beach are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Greater Hobart.
In the suburb of Kingston Beach, 5.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.2% of people in Greater Hobart require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the suburb of Kingston Beach are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Hobart is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.1% of the suburb of Kingston Beach population, while in Greater Hobart, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.1% of people in the suburb of Kingston Beach have heart disease. Across Greater Hobart,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Kingston Beach, 52.4% 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 | 85 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 85th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 16 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,822 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 146 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 51 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 16 public transport stops within the suburb of Kingston Beach.
The suburb of Kingston Beach has 3,822 weekly trips across 51 routes, averaging 546 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 193 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 423 m away and the nearest school 667 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, 3,822 weekly trips, access rating 85 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 22 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 423 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 667 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 11.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 81 places in Kingston Beach, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Kingston Beach is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Kingston Beach has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 30th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Kingston Beach is $535 a week, -4.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Kingston Beach are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Kingston Beach hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Employment performance in Kingston Beach exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
Kingston Beach demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Kingston Beach features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Hobart.
In terms of cultural diversity, Kingston Beach records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Kingston Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in Kingston Beach is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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.
Kingston Beach has an estimated 2,316 residents, up 0.5% since the 2021 Census, with 52 projects tracked in the area around Kingston Beach.
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 Kingston Beach.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. 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 (SAL60308). 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), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Kingston Beach 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 Kingston Beach 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.
