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Mowbray (Tas.) has an estimated 4,168 residents, up 3.0% since the 2021 Census, with 44 projects tracked in the area around Mowbray (Tas.).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Mowbray (Tas.) is located 165 kilometres north from Hobart CBD. Its population is estimated at around 4,168 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. This represents minimal change since the 2021 Census, when 4,048 people were recorded. The area has a higher-than-average renting population and affordable housing options, alongside a notable 25 to 34yo demographic. Employment is notably represented in hospitality, healthcare and utilities. Residents include a high proportion of young adults, largely in group households, and the area has lower-quartile income levels with moderate population expansion patterns.
The suburb of Mowbray (Tas.) is described as having a serene, family-friendly atmosphere, with green spaces, parks and nature reserves that support outdoor activities. A tight-knit and welcoming community is reflected in local events and gatherings throughout the year.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Mowbray (Tas.) is located 165 kilometres north from Hobart CBD. Its population is estimated at around 4,168 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. This represents minimal change since the 2021 Census, when 4,048 people were recorded. The area has a higher-than-average renting population and affordable housing options, alongside a notable 25 to 34yo demographic. Employment is notably represented in hospitality, healthcare and utilities. Residents include a high proportion of young adults, largely in group households, and the area has lower-quartile income levels with moderate population expansion patterns.
The suburb of Mowbray (Tas.) is described as having a serene, family-friendly atmosphere, with green spaces, parks and nature reserves that support outdoor activities. A tight-knit and welcoming community is reflected in local events and gatherings throughout the year.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,531 in 2006 and 4,136 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,168 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 22.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 31.6%.
Mowbray (Tas.) ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 74th for amenities.
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 Mowbray (Tas.) is $472 a week, up 9.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $472 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Launceston | $516 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Launceston, over 12 months | +13.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Launceston and North East | $499 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Launceston and North East, over 12 months | +12.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Tas. | $474 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Tas., over 12 months | +11.4% | 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 44 projects in and around Mowbray (Tas.), 10 of them under construction.
The Hub is Tasmania's largest multi-purpose community sporting and recreation facility, located at Mowbray in Launceston. Stage 2, delivered by Vos Construction and Joinery, officially opened on 28 March 2026 following 18 months of construction.
The $130 million redevelopment of UTAS Stadium (York Park) in Invermay, Launceston, is a staged upgrade of the 15,615-capacity venue. Main construction began in September 2025, funded equally by the Australian and Tasmanian governments and delivered by Fairbrother.
The kanamaluka Cultural Centre is a proposed $70 million multipurpose arts, culture, and convention facility planned for Invermay, Launceston. Led by JMC Group in partnership with the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, the precinct plan includes a 750-seat concert hall, a 1,000-seat conference centre, First Nations cultural areas, and recording studios.
Remediation and stabilisation of a 100-metre section of a Newnham Creek tributary. The project included reshaping, rock stabilisation, and revegetation with 2000 native plants to improve water quality, ecology, and park amenity.
A proposed multi-modal bridge crossing of the Kanamaluka/River Tamar between the East and West Tamar Highways in Launceston, designed to improve travel time reliability, reduce congestion through Riverside, Trevallyn and the Launceston CBD, enhance safety, and provide active transport pathways.
A planned 100-lot subdivision on a 12.6-hectare site at 50 Wildor Crescent, Ravenswood. Developed by Homes Tasmania, the project aims to deliver affordable housing options, including lots available through the MyHome shared equity program.
A $3.1 million upgrade has been completed, delivering a new pavilion, resurfaced courts, improved lighting, and enhanced facilities for players, events, and the community. The project includes a commercial kitchen, cafe, and a function room.
Major redevelopment of Launceston's heritage-listed Princess Theatre and Earl Arts Centre precinct. The project will restore and upgrade the Princess Theatre to contemporary safety, access and performance standards, reconstruct the Earl Arts Centre as a purpose-built Earl Street Theatre, improve foyer, bar, toilet, backstage, technical and gathering spaces…
The Tasmanian and Australian Governments are jointly funding a $22.5 million package of safety and efficiency upgrades on the West Tamar Highway between Trevallyn and Riverside, part of the broader West Tamar Highway Targeted Upgrades between Exeter and Launceston.
The Inveresk campus is a new, purpose-built precinct designed for education, community, business, and industry collaboration. It includes buildings like The Shed (for health and science disciplines), River's Edge (study and teaching spaces for various disciplines), and refurbished E.G Stone building (headquarters for professional services).
Redevelopment of the NTCA Sports Complex, Australia's oldest first-class cricket ground, to provide expanded fit-for-purpose facilities for soccer, cricket, and football.
Rezoning of approximately 12.5ha of Crown land at 50 Wildor Crescent, Ravenswood from Rural Resource to General Residential. Approved by Launceston City Council in November 2023, the project will deliver approximately 100 residential lots for social and affordable housing, alongside private purchase opportunities via the MyHome shared equity program.
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Estimated completion year of the 13 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 2, 2027 6, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 1. 16 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 2.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 35th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 11 | ABS building approvals | 21st percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Mowbray include: Northern Suburbs Community Recreation Hub (The Hub) (Completed); UTAS Stadium Redevelopment (Construction); Flood Levee Protected Areas Specific Area Plan (Under Assessment); Second Kanamaluka/River Tamar Crossing (Planning); and The Green (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Mowbray spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Mowbray, placing the area among the bottom 16% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Mowbray area has seen 24 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Mowbray's current population of 4,168 has been supported by 11 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Mowbray's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 11, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Mowbray has seen 54 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Mowbray reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,168 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 449 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 41st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.2% | 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 | 4,048 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 120 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.28 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Mowbray was estimated to be approximately 4,168 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,136 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of mowbray has added approximately 120 people and shown a 2.96% increase from the 4,048 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Mowbray is estimated at 449 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Mowbray has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Mowbray is driven by: Overseas migration (85.0%), Natural increase (15.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 85.0% of overall population gains.
Mowbray hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 35.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 58.1% | 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 | 32 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 22.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Mowbray at 32 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Mowbray is 13 years younger than the Regional Tas. 2021 Census average (45 years) and 6 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Mowbray compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 22.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Mowbray compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 7.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Mowbray show significant variance compared to Regional Tas.. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (22.9% vs 11.4%). The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (4.8% vs 8.8%) and 65-74 year-olds (7.4% vs 13.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.9% of the population in the suburb of Mowbray as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.5% of the population in the suburb of Mowbray as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 7% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $48,639 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $53,428 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,138 | 2021 Census, weekly | 9th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $583 | 2021 Census, weekly | 10th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 6.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,355 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 33.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mowbray is approximately $51,611. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $48,639.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mowbray is approximately $56,692. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $53,428.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mowbray is approximately $51,611 compared to $56,028 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $48,639 and $52,802 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mowbray is approximately $56,692 compared to $67,059 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,428 and $63,198 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Mowbray's households (~31.6% / 488 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Mowbray is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 31.6% of households. In comparison, Regional Tas.'s largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 28.5% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Mowbray is $1,138/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Mowbray is $1,355/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Mowbray is $583/wk.
The suburb of Mowbray's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Mowbray's median income among taxpayers is $48,639 and the average income stands at $53,428, which compares to figures for Regional Tas.'s of $52,802 and $63,198 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $51,611 (median) and $56,692 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Mowbray is $4,045 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of mowbray's disposable income is $4,045 compared to $4,607 for Regional Tas., based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Mowbray are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 17% of areas assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 61.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,041 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,011 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,178 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Mowbray has approximately 2,041 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.3%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Mowbray stands at 6.3%, which is 2.3 percentage points above Regional Tas.'s rate of 3.9%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Mowbray is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.4% of employment), retail trade (11.8%), and accommodation & food (11.4%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Mowbray has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Tas. saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Mowbray is 61.5%, 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 leading the Regional Tas. average of 58.7%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Tas..
The suburb of mowbray shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 11.4% of the local workforce compared to 7.7% across Regional Tas.. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the 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 mowbray's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.4% growth, ranking 16th out of 37 regions nationally.
Mowbray shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 25.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 22.5% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
25.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mowbray have university qualifications, compared to 19.3% in Regional Tas..
45.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mowbray have no formal qualifications, compared to 43.0% in Regional Tas..
The suburb of mowbray ranks in the 42th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Mowbray are: Certificate (22.5%), Bachelor Degree (14.2%), Postgraduate (10.2%).
34.2% of the population in the suburb of Mowbray is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.6% in primary school, 6.7% in secondary school, 9.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Mowbray is 1009, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Mowbray, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,195 students.
The suburb of mowbray includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Mowbray features high concentrations of group households and single parent families but relatively few family households, with a larger average household size than Regional Tas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 20.6% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,545 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,591 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 58.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Mowbray had 1,545 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.0% to an estimated 1,591 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Mowbray is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.3 in Regional Tas. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 58.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.2%), group households (9.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 908 family households, couples with children account for 21.7% of all households, couples without children at home 20.6%, and single parent families 14.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Tas., the suburb of Mowbray shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 9.8% (versus 2.8% in Regional Tas.). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 58.8% compared to 67.2% in Regional Tas.. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Families in the suburb of Mowbray have an average of 1.5 children, slightly below the Regional Tas. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 33.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 48.2% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 33.8% never married across Regional Tas..
Single-person households represent 31.2% of all households in the suburb of Mowbray, similar to the average for Regional Tas. of 30.1%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 9.8% of households, above the Regional Tas. average of 2.8%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Mowbray was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 69.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 70.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 66.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
Mowbray was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 33.1% of its population born overseas and 30.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Mowbray, at 36.2% of people, although more residents (46.6%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 3.2% of the population, compared to 0.7% across Regional Tas..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mowbray are Australian, comprising 27.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional Tas.'s 32.6%, English, comprising 26.7% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional Tas.'s 34.1%, and Other, comprising 18.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional Tas.'s 4.6%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 3.7% of Mowbray (vs 4.1% across Regional Tas.), Korean at 0.3% (vs 0.1%) and Chinese at 3.8% (vs 0.8%).
33.1% of the suburb of Mowbray population was born overseas, compared to 13.4% across Regional Tas..
30.2% of the population in the suburb of Mowbray speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 5.8% in Regional Tas..
3.7% of the suburb of Mowbray population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.1% in Regional Tas..
70.4% of the suburb of Mowbray population holds citizenship, compared to 89.3% in Regional Tas..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mowbray is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Tas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 51.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 25.6% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 84.6% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,050 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 8th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 23.3% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $290 | 2021 Census, weekly | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Mowbray, 25.6% of homes are owned outright, 23.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 51.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 84.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Mowbray are houses.
In the suburb of Mowbray, 3.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Mowbray stands at 25.6%, compared to 41.1% in Regional Tas..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Mowbray is $1,050, compared to $1,274 in Regional Tas..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Mowbray is $886, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Mowbray, households with mortgages typically spend 21.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Mowbray is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Mowbray shows mortgage holders spending 21.3% of income on repayments (vs 24.0% in Regional Tas.), while renters spend 25.5% of income on rent (vs 20.4% in Regional Tas.).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Mowbray consists of 84.6% detached houses, 10.6% semi-detached dwellings, 3.9% apartments, and 0.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mowbray consumes approximately 18.0% of median household income ($4,928 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Mowbray show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 15% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 85% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Mowbray is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 3rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.1% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
Around 46.4% of people in the suburb of Mowbray are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 49.5% in Regional Tas..
In the suburb of Mowbray, 6.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 7.3% of people in Regional Tas. require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the suburb of Mowbray are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional Tas. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the suburb of Mowbray population, while in Regional Tas., 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.9% of people in the suburb of Mowbray have heart disease. Across Regional Tas.,4.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Mowbray, 46.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Tas. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 49.5%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 64 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 64th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,565 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 57th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 592 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 35 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 3.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 7 public transport stops within the suburb of Mowbray.
The suburb of Mowbray has 2,565 weekly trips across 35 routes, averaging 366 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 527 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 621 m away and the nearest supermarket 629 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 7 stops nearby, 2,565 weekly trips, access rating 64 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 74th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 621 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 629 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 681 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 692 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 693 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 694 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 739 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 750 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Mowbray, placing the area among the bottom 16% of areas assessed nationally.
Mowbray has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 27% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Mowbray (Tas.) is $472 a week, +9.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Mowbray reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Mowbray hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 7% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Mowbray are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 17% of areas assessed across Australia.
Mowbray shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Mowbray features high concentrations of group households and single parent families but relatively few family households, with a larger average household size than Regional Tas.
Mowbray was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Mowbray is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Tas.
Health performance in Mowbray is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Mowbray (Tas.) has an estimated 4,168 residents, up 3.0% since the 2021 Census, with 44 projects tracked in the area around Mowbray (Tas.).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 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 Mowbray (Tas.).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 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 (SAL60437). 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 (May 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 Mowbray (Tas.) 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 Mowbray (Tas.) 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.
