Norwood (Tas.)

Norwood 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 Feb 2026, Norwood's population is estimated at around 3782, a decrease of 87 people from the 2021 Census figure of 3869. This decrease reflects AreaSearch's estimation based on resident population data from June 2024 ABS ERP release and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. The current density ratio is 967 persons per square kilometer, aligning with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth in recent periods for Norwood (Tas.). AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area and Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for areas not covered by the first set, adjusted using weighted aggregation method.

Projected demographic shifts indicate lower quartile growth for Australian non-metropolitan areas like Norwood (Tas.), expecting an increase of 24 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 0.3% over the 17-year period.

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

Norwood approved 3 new dwellings annually over the five-year period ending in 2017. This minimal construction activity is typical of rural areas with modest housing needs, limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. The small sample size means annual growth can be influenced significantly by individual projects.

Norwood's construction activity is notably lower than Rest of Tas., and well below national averages. Recent development consists solely of detached houses, preserving the area's rural character. As of 2017, there are approximately 3798 people per dwelling approval in Norwood, indicating an established market. AreaSearch quarterly estimates project a population gain of 12 residents by 2041.

With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth beyond current forecasts.

Norwood has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are Dwelling and Shed at 18 Casuarina Dr, Summerhill 7250; Residential dwelling and vegetation removal at 38 Casuarina Dr, Summerhill; Peacehaven Aged Care Redevelopment; Kings Meadows Land Release. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Norwood has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 2.5%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 1,706 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.3% lower than Rest of Tas.'s rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Norwood is somewhat below standard at 55.2%, compared to Rest of Tas.'s 58.6%. According to Census responses, only 8.0% of residents work from home. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Norwood has a particular specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level.

However, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 1.5% of Norwood's workforce compared to 8.4% in Rest of Tas.. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, Norwood's labour force decreased by 2.9% while employment declined by 3.3%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.4 percentage points. Meanwhile, Rest of Tas. experienced employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 0.5%, with a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is expected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Norwood's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows that Norwood has a median income of $48,005 and an average income of $60,375. This is lower than the national averages of $49,689 median and $59,358 average for Rest of Tas. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.6% from July 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $52,613 median and $66,171 average by the latter date. According to the 2021 Census, Norwood's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 26th and 32nd percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that 31.4% of locals (1,187 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, similar to the surrounding region at 28.5%. Housing costs are manageable with 88.1% retained, but disposable income is below average at the 37th percentile. Norwood's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Norwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Norwood's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 88.3% houses and 11.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Non-Metro Tas., in comparison, had 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Norwood was at 45.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.4% and rented ones at 19.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,343, higher than Non-Metro Tas.'s average of $1,274. The median weekly rent in Norwood was $320, compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s $250. Nationally, Norwood's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Norwood has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households comprise 67.9% of all households, including 25.1% couples with children, 30.7% couples without children, and 10.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 32.1%, with lone person households at 29.8% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which matches the average for the Rest of Tas.

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

Norwood Trail's residents aged 15+ had 24.6% holding university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees were most common at 16.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials were held by 32.1% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 21.5%. Educational participation was high, with 25.6% currently enrolled in formal education: primary (8.8%), secondary (8.5%), and tertiary (3.3%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary education, 8.5% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Norwood has 24 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 77 different routes that together facilitate 4,934 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 196 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most Norwood residents commute outwards, primarily using cars (93%). On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in Norwood. According to the 2021 Census, only 8% of residents work from home, which could be due to COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 704 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 205 weekly trips per stop.

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

Norwood faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high among younger and older age cohorts alike. Private health cover is relatively low, at approximately 51% of the total population (~1,932 people). The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 11.3% and 8.5% of residents respectively. Conversely, 60.7% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 62.0% across Rest of Tas.. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over, at 30.1% (1,138 people), compared to the Rest of Tas.'s 24.9%. National rankings are broadly in line with the general population.

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

Norwood's population showed lower cultural diversity, with 87.8% born in Australia, 92.4% being citizens, and 94.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 52.1%. Judaism, however, had an overrepresentation of 0.1%, compared to 0.1% regionally.

Top ancestry groups were Australian (34.6%), English (33.9%), and Scottish (7.8%). Notable divergences included Dutch at 1.9% (vs regional 1.7%), Polish at 0.7% (vs 0.4%), and Australian Aboriginal at 1.9% (vs regional 4.1%).

Norwood hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Norwood has a median age of 48, which is higher than the Rest of Tas. figure of 45 and well above the national average of 38. The 75-84 age group makes up 12.2% of Norwood's population, compared to 9.6% in the Rest of Tas., and is also higher than the national figure of 6.1%. According to the 2021 Census, this age group has grown from 11.0% to 12.2%, while the 65-74 cohort has declined from 13.8% to 11.7% and the 25-34 group has dropped from 9.5% to 8.3%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Norwood's age profile will change significantly. The 85+ age cohort is projected to increase by 182 people (78%), from 234 to 417. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 68% of total population growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 75-84 and 0-4 cohorts.