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Oakdowns has an estimated 1,971 residents, up from 1,897 at the 2021 Census — a change of 74 people, or 3.9%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years. That puts 2,560 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Oakdowns had an estimated resident count of 1,971 by May 2026, calculated through AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS demographic updates and fresh address records confirmed since the Census. This represents a gain of 74 residents (3.9%) relative to the 1,897 individuals documented in the 2021 Census. The projection stems from an AreaSearch benchmark of 1,925 residents established after analyzing the ABS ERP release from June 2025, supplemented by 42 validated new addresses registered post-Census. With these figures, the neighborhood has a density of 2,559 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top quartile of all Australian territories monitored by AreaSearch.
In the last ten years, Oakdowns has shown stable expansion with a compound annual growth rate of 3.6%, running ahead of the wider SA3 region. This upward trend was mostly driven by interstate arrivals, who made up roughly 70.0% of the population growth in recent times, though natural increase and overseas migration also made positive contributions. Projections for each SA2 region are sourced from the 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia release, which uses 2022 as its base year. In instances where SA2 regions lack this coverage, or to calculate age bracket changes past 2032, figures from the 2022 Tasmanian Government LGA projections using a 2021 baseline are implemented, adjusted by weighting municipal population growth up to the SA2 level. Based on these combined SA2 projections, the area is expected to experience population growth exceeding the national median, gaining 436 residents by 2041, which translates to a 19.8% expansion over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
53 new dwellings have been approved in Oakdowns over the past five years, an average of 10 a year. That is 5.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 6, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on statistical area data for building approvals analyzed by AreaSearch, Oakdowns typically sees approximately 10 residential approvals per year, summing to an estimated 53 dwellings approved across the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 6 during the current FY-26. The past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) saw an average gain of 2.2 residents for every new dwelling built, pointing to firm demand that supports local real estate values. Developers appear focused on the premium sector, with new homes averaging a construction value of $393,000.
In addition, commercial approvals have reached $433,000 during this financial year, indicating that development is overwhelmingly residential. New residential approvals per capita in Oakdowns are running at a similar rate to Greater Hobart, aiding market balance in line with broader regional trends. In addition, recent construction is composed entirely of stand-alone houses, preserving the low-density character of the neighborhood with a supply of family-sized properties. Representing approximately 430 people for every approved residential build, the local housing market shows a high degree of maturity. Long-term forecasts suggest Oakdowns will add 390 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Residential construction is keeping pace with this projected demand, though home buyers could experience tighter competition as the population grows.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 23 current infrastructure and development projects close to Oakdowns, worth an estimated $1.42 billion. 4 are already under construction and 4 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, education & training and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local property markets. In total, no projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having an influence on the area. The main developments of relevance include Lauderdale Primary School, the Droughty Peninsula Structure Plan, the Cambridge-Clarence Recycled Water Interconnector, and the Tasman Highway Duplication Project.
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Glebe Hill Childcare Centre
Purpose-built early learning centre developed by Tipalea Partners adjacent to Glebe Hill Village. The 106-place centre is operated by Green Leaves Early Learning and commenced operations during 2026, helping address childcare demand in Hobart's south-east.
Lauderdale Primary School
The Tasmanian Government will undertake a $6.5 million upgrade of Lauderdale Primary School to provide additional contemporary learning spaces, amenities and replacement of outdated outdoor play areas. This includes the construction of new general learning areas and car park upgrades to address increasing student enrollment and provide modern facilities.
Glebe Hill Village
A 6,002 square metre neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by Coles and a 24-hour McDonald's drive-thru, plus Priceline Pharmacy, Liquorland, and 16 specialty stores. Opened in August 2022, it is noted as Tasmania's most technologically and environmentally advanced neighbourhood centre with solar array, EV chargers, and smart-tech features. The centre was sold by Tipalea Partners to a Charter Hall managed fund for $50.25 million in January 2025.
Clarence Street, Howrah Affordable Housing Development
Rezoning of approximately 1300 square meters of surplus land from Utilities to General Residential Zone via a Housing Land Supply Order to enable the development of up to 4 dwelling units for social and affordable housing. The land is being prepared for transfer to Homes Tasmania for subdivision and housing development.
Droughty Peninsula Structure Plan
A long-term strategic planning framework led by Clarence City Council for 388 hectares of land on the Droughty Peninsula. The plan, which incorporates the approved Skylands Masterplan, envisions a series of six walkable neighborhoods totaling approximately 2,600 to 3,000 dwellings over a 20-25 year period. Key features include 100 hectares of open space, active transport corridors, and potential ferry connectivity to Hobart. As of May 2026, the project is in the post-consultation analysis phase, with the council incorporating feedback from Phase 2 engagement into the Draft Structure Plan while addressing Tasmanian Planning Commission queries regarding landslide hazards and urban growth boundaries.
Cambridge-Clarence Recycled Water Interconnector
A $19.1 million investment in southeast Tasmania to provide around 190 megalitres of recycled water per year for agriculture and preserve the health of the Pitt Water-Orielton Lagoon.
Oceana Phase 2 Master Plan
An approved master plan for integrated conservation management and limited residential development (Coventry Rise and Oceana Rise) on the Rokeby Hills above Howrah and Tranmere. It proposes bushland lots and residential clusters close to nature, providing for various residential living styles and maintaining bushland for conservation and public open space.
Cambridge Primary School Redevelopment
The Tasmanian Government is undertaking an $18 million redevelopment of Cambridge Primary School, providing additional contemporary learning facilities for students and staff, and traffic and car parking improvements.
987 residents of Oakdowns are employed, from a labour force of 1,027. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 69.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,467, about 74% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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A review of aggregated statistical area data shows Oakdowns has a highly skilled workforce with solid representation in essential services, and an unemployment rate of just 3.9%. As of March 2026, the employed resident population stands at 987, showing an unemployment rate 0.5% below the Greater Hobart average of 4.4%. Participation in the local labor market is high at 69.1%, compared to 63.8% across Greater Hobart. The Census noted that a low 7.4% of working residents operated from home, though this figure should be viewed in light of past pandemic lockdown conditions.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. The neighborhood displays a strong concentration in public administration & safety, where the workforce proportion is 1.4 times that of the broader region. Conversely, accommodation & food services is underrepresented, employing only 5.8% of the Oakdowns labor force compared to 8.0% across Greater Hobart. Comparing the number of working residents to local job numbers suggests this residential pocket offers few local employment opportunities. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the 12 months ending March 2026 shows that the local labor force contracted by 4.6% while overall employment fell by 5.4%, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 0.7 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Greater Hobart saw employment dip by 0.1%, the workforce expand by 0.2%, and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. Long-range employment expectations from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective hiring trends in Oakdowns. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to calculate future demand. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of change varies widely by sector. Mapping these industry projections directly to the Oakdowns workforce indicates local employment could rise by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Oakdowns is $1,778 a week (about $92,000 a year), with median personal income at $959 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,982 a year against an average of $70,248. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO postcode records for the 2023 financial year, residents in the suburb of Oakdowns earn higher incomes than the national median, with a median of $65,982 and an average of $70,248. This is higher than the Greater Hobart median of $54,577 and average of $65,190. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $73,207 for the median and $77,940 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census placed individual weekly earnings at the 74th percentile ($959 weekly) and household earnings at the 51st percentile.
Income distribution statistics show that 46.2% of the local population (910 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, compared to 32.2% regionally. While housing expenses account for 16.2% of local income, strong wages keep disposable income at the 52nd percentile, and the suburb ranks in the 5th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Oakdowns had 756 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 0% apartments. 51% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 22% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 22.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Oakdowns consisted of 97.8% separate houses and 2.2% alternative housing types, such as townhouses and units, compared to Hobart metro where separate houses made up 85.3% and other dwellings accounted for 14.7%. The home ownership rate in Oakdowns stood at 21.8%, trailing the Hobart metro average, with the remaining properties being purchased via a mortgage (50.5%) or rented (27.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was identical to the Hobart metro average at $1,517, whereas the median weekly rent was $400, compared to Hobart metro figures of $1,517 and $350.
On a national level, mortgage outlays in Oakdowns are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rental rates exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Oakdowns counted 756 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 72.9%, which includes couples with children at 29.9%, couples without children at 27.8%, and single parents at 13.6%. Non-family households account for 27.1%, consisting of single-person households at 25.2% and group houses at 2.5%. The typical household size of 2.5 persons is slightly larger than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.6% of adults in Oakdowns hold a university qualification, including 14.4% with a bachelor degree and 5.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 31.6% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational profiles indicate room for improvement, as university graduation rates (22.6%) sit well below the SA4 regional average of 32.8%. Among tertiary qualification holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Technical and trade credentials are a strong point, with 41.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, split between advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (31.6%). A high proportion of the population is engaged in learning, with 29.7% of residents currently attending an educational institution. This consists of 11.8% in primary schools, 5.7% in high schools, and 4.9% in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Oakdowns reaches 10 stops on 45 routes, timetabled for about 3,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis identifies 10 active bus stops within Oakdowns. These locations are served by 45 different routes, generating 3,029 weekly passenger journeys. Commuters enjoy strong access, with dwellings situated an average of 156 meters from the nearest stop. Because Oakdowns is mostly residential, most workers travel outside the suburb, with cars remaining the dominant transit choice for 93% of residents. Dwellings average 1.4 vehicles. The 2021 Census recorded that a low 7.4% of residents worked from home, which may be influenced by pandemic conditions. Across all transit lines, services run at an average frequency of 432 daily trips, which averages out to approximately 302 weekly departures from each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.2% of residents in Oakdowns report no long-term health condition. 3.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health measures point to below-average outcomes in Oakdowns, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illnesses, with common ailments slightly more elevated across both young and old demographics. However, the private health insurance rate is high, covering approximately 55% of the population (~1,084 people), compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most common medical diagnoses locally, affecting 11.7% and 8.2% of residents. Conversely, 67.2% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among working-age residents are typical.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.5% of the local population (285 people), which is lower than the 20.0% average in Greater Hobart, with national health benchmarks matching the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Oakdowns is largely Australian-born, at 88.6% of residents, with 7.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (34.5%) and English (34.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Oakdowns has a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 90.7% of the population, Australian-born individuals representing 88.6%, and 92.3% of households speaking only English. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 43.9% of residents. The most visible religious overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 1.1% of the population, compared to 1.3% across Greater Hobart. Looking at ancestral origins, the three largest groups in Oakdowns are Australian at 34.5% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 28.0%, English at 34.3%, and Irish at 7.0%.
Other ethnic ancestries show notable differences: Dutch descendants account for 1.7% of Oakdowns (compared to 1.5% across the region), Korean ancestry stands at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%), and Australian Aboriginal ancestry is recorded at 2.6% (compared to 3.0% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Oakdowns is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 27.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 33 years makes Oakdowns younger than Greater Hobart's average of 39 years and the national average of 38 years. The 35 - 44 age bracket is highly represented at 19.2% of the population, whereas the 55 - 64 age group is small at 5.2%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 cohort has expanded from 14.4% to 19.2% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group grew from 8.1% to 9.7%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group declined from 8.6% to 5.2% and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 22.2% to 19.4%.
Population forecasts for 2041 show significant shifts ahead, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to increase by 181 people (84%) from 214 to 396, while the 35 to 44 age range is expected to shrink by 39.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Oakdowns
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 42 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,897 at the 2021 Census → 1,971 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL60471). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.