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Richmond (Tas.) has an estimated 1,669 residents, up from 1,583 at the 2021 Census — a change of 86 people, or 5.4%. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 66.0% of that increase. Density is about 19 people per 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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Drawing on ABS population revisions for the broader district, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Richmond (Tas.) is estimated to be approximately 1,669 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 86 people (5.4%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 1,583 individuals. The shift is calculated from a resident base of 1,623, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an extra 64 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population level translates to a density ratio of 18.5 persons per square kilometer, a setting that offers plenty of space per individual. The 5.4% expansion of the suburb of Richmond (Tas.) since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (3.9%), as well as Greater Hobart, positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. Growth in the suburb of Richmond (Tas.) was mostly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 66.0% of overall population increases in recent times, though all indicators, including overseas migration and natural growth, remained positive. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 district, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 locations missing from this dataset, and to project age group growth past 2032, the Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections, published in 2022 with 2021 as the baseline year, are implemented with adjustments made using a weighted aggregation method of population increases from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking at upcoming demographic shifts, a higher than median population increase for statistical areas across the country is anticipated, with the suburb of Richmond (Tas.) projected to add 303 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level forecasts, showing a total rise of 15.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
65 new dwellings have been approved in Richmond (Tas.) over the past five years, an average of 13 a year. That is 8.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval figures allocated from statistical area data, Richmond has averaged about 13 new homes approved annually, with an estimated 65 homes approved during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 9 so far in FY-26. Averaging only 0.5 new residents per year arriving per new home over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), construction is matching or running ahead of demand, providing purchasers with more alternatives and supporting population expansion that could outstrip current forecasts, with new properties being built at an average value of $461,000, indicating developers are targeting the premium segment with high-end projects.
Furthermore, $4.8 million in commercial approvals have been logged this financial year, highlighting the area's predominantly residential character. Compared to Greater Hobart, Richmond has roughly three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person, though it ranks in the 84th percentile of areas evaluated nationwide. Recent construction is made up of 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the low-density character of the neighborhood through a focus on detached housing that draws space-seeking purchasers. Reflecting around 116 people per approval, Richmond represents a low-density community. Looking forward, Richmond is projected to expand by 257 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development trends, new residential supply is positioned to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable terms for purchasers and potentially driving population growth beyond current estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Richmond (Tas.)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 14 current infrastructure and development projects close to Richmond (Tas.), worth an estimated $326 million. 3 are already under construction and 2 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans education & training, transport & logistics and residential development. 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning policies have a significant impact on local performance. In total, no projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Notable projects include Brighton to Cambridge Freight Route Study, Sorell School Redevelopment, Jordan River Learning Federation School Farm Upgrade, and New Brighton High School, with the following list outlining those expected to be of greatest relevance.
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Tasman Highway Duplication Project
Duplication of the Tasman Highway between Hobart and Sorell, including widening the Midway Point and Sorell Causeways from two to four lanes, and building a second bridge next to McGees Bridge. The project aims to double vehicle capacity, improve safety, and includes shared walking and cycling paths. Currently pending environmental approvals.
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.
Draft Cambridge Oval Master Plan
A master plan for the redevelopment of the Cambridge Memorial Oval and surrounding area, including new and upgraded soccer and cricket facilities, recreation facilities, a new sports pavilion, indoor gymnasium, and outdoor multi-use hard court for school and community use.
Brighton to Cambridge Freight Route Study
A study investigating the feasibility of future freight routes from Brighton to Cambridge, considering current routes, road conditions, and necessary upgrades. Community consultation has closed.
Sorell School Redevelopment
A $27 million redevelopment has transformed Sorell School into a modern, unified Kindergarten to Year 12 campus, delivering a combination of new buildings and refurbishment of existing facilities, including a new Child and Family Learning Centre.
Hobart Airport Terminal Expansion Project
Hobart Airport is undertaking a $200 million terminal upgrade to double its footprint, increasing boarding gates, food & beverage, and retail options. It will also allow larger aircraft and direct international flights.
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.
Jordan River Learning Federation School Farm Upgrade
Government-funded upgrade of the JRLF School Farm in Bridgewater/Brighton to enhance agricultural and landcare education pathways, including new learning spaces, paddock-to-plate facilities and community-use areas. Works were completed in 2022 and the facility is now operating as part of the JRLF Senior School.
797 residents of Richmond (Tas.) are employed, from a labour force of 820. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 58.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Richmond has a highly educated workforce, with significant representation in essential services sectors, and an unemployment rate of only 2.9%, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026797 residents are employed, which is an unemployment rate 1.5% below the Greater Hobart rate of 4.4%, while workforce participation is slightly below average (58.9% versus 63.8% in Greater Hobart). Census records show a moderate 14.9% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind. The primary employment sectors for residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The area exhibits a particularly strong concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with a job share 3.6 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, health care & social assistance has lower representation at 12.3% compared to the regional average of 17.3%. The locality appears to provide sparse employment opportunities within its borders, as shown by the comparison of Census working population against resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions, in the year leading to March 2026, the local workforce contracted by 1.3% while employment fell by 2.0%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Hobart saw a job decline of 0.1%, labour force growth of 0.2%, and a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand within Richmond. These projections, spanning five and ten-year timeframes, have been aligned with the local industry profile to project growth trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary widely across industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Richmond's workforce composition indicates local jobs should rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Richmond (Tas.) is $1,496 a week (about $78,000 a year), with median personal income at $762 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,994 a year against an average of $59,133. 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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The income level in the suburb of Richmond is below the national benchmark according to the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in the suburb of Richmond is $52,994, with the average income at $59,133, which compares to Greater Hobart averages of $54,577 and $65,190 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be roughly $58,797 (median) and $65,608 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all rank modestly in Richmond, sitting between the 35th and 41st percentiles.
Income distribution shows the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common, accounting for 29.4% of residents (490 people), mirroring regional patterns where 32.2% fall in this bracket. Housing costs are manageable with 87.4% of income retained, though disposable income is below average at the 39th percentile, and the area's SEIFA income score falls in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Richmond (Tas.) had 626 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 0% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 48% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $340 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,600 a month. Rent absorbs 22.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Richmond, as measured in the latest Census, consisted of 93.9% houses and 6.1% other types of dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' structures), compared to 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings in metro Hobart. At the same time, the home ownership rate in Richmond was significantly above the Hobart metro level at 47.9%, with the remaining properties either mortgaged (36.5%) or rented (15.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Hobart metro average at $1,600, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $340, compared to Hobart metro figures of $1,517 and $350.
Nationally, Richmond's mortgage costs are substantially below the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Richmond (Tas.) counted 626 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 660 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 38% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households are the main structure at 73.2% of all households, consisting of 27.2% couples with children, 37.5% couples without children, and 7.9% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 26.8%, with single person households at 26.1% and group households representing 0.5% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 individuals matches the Greater Hobart average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.9% of adults in Richmond (Tas.) hold a university qualification, including 20.0% with a bachelor degree and 5.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.4% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 483 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,014 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational makeup of the area is distinct within the region, with university qualification levels (26.9% of residents aged 15+) sitting above the SA3 area average of 18.9%, showing the value placed on tertiary studies. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (5.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Practical and technical skills are also widely represented, with 39.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications – advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (27.4%). Schooling enrollment is remarkably high, with 25.1% of residents currently participating in formal studies.
This comprises 9.7% in primary school, 7.2% in high school, and 4.2% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Richmond (Tas.) means driving: households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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63.7% of residents in Richmond (Tas.) report no long-term health condition. 5.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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 statistics show positive outcomes for Richmond residents, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality figures and medical conditions demonstrating results that align closely with national benchmarks, showing a standard spread of typical health conditions across younger and older age brackets, while private health insurance coverage is relatively low at roughly 51% of the total population (~844 people). The national average stands at 55.7%. The most frequent medical conditions recorded locally were arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 12.3 and 8.5% of residents, respectively, while 63.7% reported being free of any medical conditions compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart.
The working-age cohort faces notable physical challenges with higher rates of chronic conditions. The area has 27.6% of residents aged 65 and over (460 people), which exceeds the 20.0% average in Greater Hobart. Health indicators for seniors are especially strong, ranking higher nationally than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Richmond (Tas.) is largely Australian-born, at 85.9% of residents, with 3.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (38.3%) and Australian (30.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Richmond ranks below the average for cultural diversity, with 85.9% of its residents born in Australia, 92.6% holding citizenship, and 96.7% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion in Richmond is Christianity, which is practiced by 52.5% of the local population. This compares to 39.8% across Greater Hobart. Looking at heritage (parents' country of birth), the three most common backgrounds in Richmond are English, making up 38.3% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 31.8%, Australian, representing 30.7% of the population, and Scottish, accounting for 9.2% of the population.
There are also clear differences in the concentration of other ethnic groups: French is noticeably overrepresented at 0.7% of Richmond (versus 0.3% regionally), Welsh is at 0.7% (versus 0.5%), and Irish is at 8.6% (versus 8.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Richmond (Tas.) is 51, older than 93% of areas nationally. 14.5% 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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At 51 years, the median age in Richmond is well above the Greater Hobart average of 39 and significantly higher than the national average of 38. The age distribution highlights that 55 - 64 year-olds are particularly represented (17.3%), whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller (7.0%) than in Greater Hobart. This 55 - 64 cohort concentration is notably above the national level of 11.2%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 11.5% to 13.1% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 8.4% to 9.8%.
Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 13.9% to 13.2%. By 2041, Richmond is expected to experience significant shifts in its age structure. Leading this demographic change, the 45 to 54 cohort will grow by 44% (97 people), expanding to 318 from 220. The trend of an aging population is apparent, with residents aged 65+ accounting for 54% of the projected growth. Conversely, population drops are anticipated for the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Richmond (Tas.)
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 — 64 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,583 at the 2021 Census → 1,669 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 (SAL60551). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.