Miandetta (Tas.)

Miandetta is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population for the suburb of Miandetta (Tas.) is around 1,823 people. This figure reflects an increase from the previous census in 2021, which recorded a population of 1,822 people. The latest estimate, based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2025, shows a resident population of 1,821 people. This results in a density ratio of approximately 1,041 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The primary driver for this population growth was natural increase, contributing about 69% of overall gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate post-2032 growth by age group, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used, adjusted via weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. According to these projections, the suburb's population is expected to decrease by 21 persons by 2041. However, growth within specific age cohorts is anticipated, notably in the 75 to 84 age group, projected to expand by 36 people over this period.

The level of residential development activity in Miandetta is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Miandetta has seen minimal residential construction activity with an average of one new dwelling approved annually over the past five years. This totals nine dwellings approved since 2017. The low development levels reflect Miandetta's rural nature, where housing needs are typically local and specific rather than driven by broader market demand.

It is important to note that due to the small sample size, individual projects can significantly influence annual growth statistics. Compared to Rest of Tas., Miandetta has much lower development activity, and its development pattern is also below national averages. All recent developments have been detached dwellings, aligning with rural living preferences for space and privacy. With approximately 1252 people per dwelling approval, Miandetta indicates an established market.

Given stable or declining population forecasts, housing pressure may be less pronounced in Miandetta, potentially creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Miandetta has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch identified three projects likely impacting the area: Devonport Oval Sports Complex, Devonport Mental Health Hub, Devonport to Cradle Mountain Corridor - Planning, and North West Support School Devonport. The following details those deemed most relevant.

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Employment performance in Miandetta exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Miandetta has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The unemployment rate was 3.0% as of an unspecified past year. Employment growth over the previous year was estimated at 4.2%.

As of December 2025901 residents were employed with an unemployment rate of 0.8% below Regional Tas.'s rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation was 60.7%, slightly higher than Regional Tas.'s 58.7%. Only 3.2% of residents worked from home according to Census responses, potentially impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries for employment were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing.

The area showed strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employed only 4.3% of local workers compared to Regional Tas.'s 8.4%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 4.2% and labour force grew by 4.5%, leading to a slight rise in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Tas.'s employment grew by 1.8%, labour force expanded by 1.5%, and unemployment fell by 0.3 percentage points during the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, projected national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Miandetta's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though this was a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and did not account for localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Miandetta is below national averages. The median income is $53,481 and the average income stands at $63,116. In contrast, Regional Tas.'s figures show a median income of $49,689 and an average income of $59,358. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Miandetta would be approximately $59,337 (median) and $70,027 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Miandetta rank modestly, between the 28th and 33rd percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that the largest segment comprises 599 residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, representing 32.9% of the population, similar to the metropolitan region's 28.5%. Housing costs are manageable with 86.9% retained, but disposable income is below average at the 32nd percentile.

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

Miandetta's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.3% houses and 3.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional Tas.'s 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Miandetta was at 38.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.5% and rented ones at 26.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,300, higher than Regional Tas.'s average of $1,274. The median weekly rent figure for Miandetta was $290, compared to Regional Tas.'s $250. Nationally, Miandetta's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,863 and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Miandetta has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 72.6% of all households, including 26.5% couples with children, 32.4% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 27.4%, with lone person households at 24.3% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, larger than the Regional Tasmanian average of 2.3.

Educational outcomes in Miandetta fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 15.5%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 10.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificates (34.0%).

Educational participation is high, with 26.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.3% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 2.1% pursuing tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Miandetta is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Miandetta faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts in the area.

The rate of private health cover is approximately 52% of the total population (~951 people), leading that of the average SA2 area but slightly lower than Regional Tas., which stands at 49.1%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, impacting 10.7% and 9.3% of residents respectively. A significant portion, 62.9%, of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 62.0% across Regional Tas. Working-age residents in Miandetta show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over, with 25.0% (455 people) falling into this category. National rankings for these statistics are even higher than those of the general population.

Miandetta is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Miandetta's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 89.1% of its population born in Australia, 91.9% being citizens, and 94.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Miandetta, comprising 39.5% of its population. Notably, the category 'Other' made up 1.0% of Miandetta's population, compared to 0.7% across Regional Tas.

The top three represented ancestry groups were English (34.3%), Australian (33.2%), and Scottish (7.3%). However, there were notable divergences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal was overrepresented at 5.3% compared to 4.1% regionally, Welsh at 0.6% compared to 0.4%, and Maori at 0.5% compared to 0.2%.

Miandetta's median age exceeds the national pattern

Miandetta has a median age of 41, which is younger than the Regional Tasmania figure of 45 but slightly higher than the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 25-34 are particularly prominent at 14.4%, while the 55-64 group is smaller at 11.9% compared to Regional Tasmania. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 85+ age group has grown from 1.3% to 3.1% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 7.6% to 8.8%. Conversely, the 0 to 4 cohort has declined from 5.9% to 4.8%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 12.1% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Miandetta's age structure. The 75 to 84 group is expected to grow by 19% (30 people), reaching 191 from 160. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 94% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.