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Romaine has an estimated 1,895 residents, up from 1,850 at the 2021 Census — a change of 45 people, or 2.4%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years, slower than 77% of areas nationally. That puts 255 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Romaine has an estimated resident count of around 1,895, calculated through AreaSearch assessments of broader ABS updates alongside post-Census address validations. This represents a gain of 45 people (2.4%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 1,850 people. The updated figure builds upon an Estimated Resident Population of 1,893 established from the ABS release in June 2025, combined with 5 validated new addresses identified following the Census. With a density of 255 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers ample space per resident and capacity for future expansion.
Over the preceding ten-year timeframe, the suburb of Romaine maintained solid growth momentum, recording a 0.7% compound annual growth rate that exceeded the broader SA3 benchmark. The primary driver of these recent gains was natural increase, which accounted for approximately 57.99999999999999% of total population additions. Demographic outlooks for the suburb of Romaine incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections published in 2024 using 2022 as their baseline year. Where gaps exist or for age-specific trends extending past post-2032, figures reference the Tasmanian State Government Regional/LGA projections issued in 2022 with a 2021 base, adjusted via weighted LGA-to-SA2 growth distributions. Under this modelling framework, the suburb of Romaine is projected to experience a demographic contraction, shedding 116 persons by 2041. In contrast to this aggregate decline, certain demographics are set to expand, most notably the 85 and over age group with an anticipated increase of 38 people. More details can be found in the age section.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Residential building activity in Romaine remains subdued, averaging 2 new dwellings approved annually and totalling 12 approvals across a five-year timeframe. Such modest building volumes are characteristic of rural settings where construction addresses isolated local housing requirements rather than broader development demand. Because baseline figures are small, annual rates and comparisons can fluctuate considerably from single developments. Building volumes in Romaine track substantially below the Rest of Tas. rate as well as broader national levels. Detached houses account for the entirety of recently approved residential building, mirroring local preferences for lower-density living and private space.
A ratio of 3800 people per approved dwelling highlights the tranquil, low-scale nature of the local construction sector. Given that demographic forecasts indicate an easing or plateauing resident base, building pressure in Romaine is likely to diminish, creating favorable conditions for prospective homebuyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Romaine
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 47 current infrastructure and development projects close to Romaine, worth an estimated $1.54 billion. 13 are already under construction and 13 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. 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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Major infrastructure works and planning schemes can substantially shape an area's long-term trajectory. AreaSearch has identified no active projects within the immediate area that are likely to generate direct local impacts. Regionally significant developments include Marinus Link, North West Transmission Developments, Tasmanian North West REZ, and Cethana Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project, with key initiatives summarised below.
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Homes Tasmania - Park Grove Residential Subdivision
Homes Tasmania is developing a 55-lot residential subdivision at 32 West Mooreville Road in Park Grove, Burnie. The site spans approximately 5.8 hectares and is masterplanned to deliver a mix of affordable land releases and dedicated social and affordable housing dwellings. Civil works and infrastructure servicing are actively progressing to support local housing supply.
Futuna Ave and West Park Grove Roundabout
Construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of Futuna Avenue and West Park Grove to improve safety. This project is partly funded by the Federal Government's Blackspot program.
Langley Park Building Upgrades
Redevelopment of the Langley Park pavilion and amenities as part of the Somerset Sports Precinct Master Plan. Works include refurbished clubrooms, accessible facilities, all-gender player and umpire changerooms, lift installation, upgraded canteen, spectator seating, public amenities and improved accessibility. Construction commenced in April 2026 and is expected to finish in late 2026.
North West Coastal Pathway - Wynyard to Burnie Section
The North West Coastal Pathway is a 13.2 km shared coastal pathway that runs between Burnie and Wynyard. The project involved transforming a disused rail line into a path for cycling and walking, and included the construction of seven rock revetment structures to prevent coastal erosion. The path features a new walking and cycling bridge over the Cam River and a 2.6m wide asphalt surface. Landscaping works are ongoing with planting to be completed by the end of April 2025.
Draft Outline Development Plan - Malakoff Street
A Draft Outline Development Plan (ODP) prepared by Waratah-Wynyard Council to guide potential future residential development in the Malakoff Street area of Somerset. The ODP is a direct outcome of the Liveable Waratah-Wynyard Settlement Strategy 2021 and provides a strategic framework for how future growth could occur, addressing connectivity, community amenity, landscape values, and environmental protection. The plan does not itself rezone land; rather it is intended to guide any future planning scheme amendments (rezoning applications) that landowners may pursue.Landholder consultation closed 22 July 2025 and public consultation ran from 15 August to 24 October 2025, with feedback now being considered to help finalise the plan.
Seabrook Waters Subdivision
Residential land subdivision opposite the beach and alongside Seabrook Golf Club in East Wynyard. Ongoing releases and sales activity indicate servicing and titles underway or delivered for initial stages, with additional stages flagged. Builders are offering house and land packages tailored to the estate.
Penguin Jetty Maintenance
The Central Coast Council is undertaking maintenance on the Penguin Jetty to ensure public safety. The jetty is currently closed to the public while repairs are being carried out to extend its lifespan. A long-term plan for the jetty will be developed in consultation with the community.
Dial Regional Sports Complex Infrastructure Upgrades
The Tasmanian Government has committed AUD 25 million to upgrade the Dial Regional Sports Complex at Penguin to AFL Tier 4 venue standard. Planning and concept design are progressing under Central Coast Council following transfer of project delivery from Infrastructure Tasmania. Proposed improvements include expanded spectator seating, upgraded player and medical facilities, broadcast infrastructure, electrical and communications upgrades, and improved amenities to support elite AFL, AFLW and community sporting events.
1,048 residents of Romaine are employed, from a labour force of 1,077. Unemployment sits at 2.7%, with participation at 67.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,650, about 87% 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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The local labour market in Romaine features a balanced distribution between professional and vocational roles, supported by solid representation across vital service industries, an unemployment rate of 2.7%, and annual jobs growth of 3.5% according to aggregated statistical benchmarks. By March 2026, employed residents reached 1,048, while joblessness sat 1.3% below the Regional Tas. benchmark of 3.9%. Furthermore, labour market engagement remains notably strong, with participation standing at 67.3% against 58.7% for Regional Tas.. Home-based work remained limited at 4.8% during the Census, though pandemic conditions at the time should be noted.
The resident workforce is predominantly engaged across health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Industrial concentration is particularly evident in mining, where representation reaches 3.2 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing comprises only 2.9% of local employment, well underneath the 8.4% regional share. Comparing working to resident populations suggests local employment capacity remains comparatively restricted within the immediate boundaries. According to SALM and ABS figures aggregated by AreaSearch, employment expanded by 3.5% while the local labour force grew by 3.6% over the year to March 2026, maintaining a steady unemployment rate. Across the same period, Regional Tas. experienced 1.8% employment growth and a 1.7% increase in labour supply, accompanied by a slight drop in unemployment. Longer-term hiring prospects can be assessed via Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts from Mar-26. Projected nationally at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, employment growth varies considerably across industries. Applying these sector-specific outlooks to the local employment distribution indicates potential gains of 6.0% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, representing a simple baseline weighting that excludes specific local demographic trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Romaine is $1,449 a week (about $75,000 a year), with median personal income at $734 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,610 a year against an average of $67,574. 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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Taxpayer income metrics compiled by AreaSearch from ATO records for financial year 2023 place the area close to national standards. Individual median earnings stood at $55,610 alongside an average of $67,574, tracking above the Regional Tas. figures of $49,689 and $59,358. Accounting for a 10.95% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach $61,699 for median income and $74,973 for average income as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places personal, family, and household earnings between the 32nd and 35th percentiles. Weekly earnings of $1,500 - 2,999 form the largest bracket, representing 33.1% of taxpayers (627 residents) compared with 28.5% regionally.
Residents retain 87.4% of earnings after housing commitments, with overall disposable income ranking at the 36th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Romaine had 713 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 0% apartments. 39% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $280 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 19.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.7%. 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 local housing stock recorded at the recent Census is overwhelmingly composed of standalone houses at 92.4%, while semi-detached homes, units, and other dwellings make up 7.6%, compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings across Regional Tas.. Outright home ownership stands at 37.3%, slightly trailing the broader region, with 38.7% of properties mortgaged and 24.0% tenanted. Typical housing costs include a median monthly mortgage of $1,300 and a median weekly rent of $280, both higher than the regional equivalents of $1,274 and $250. When measured against nationwide figures, local housing remains considerably more affordable than the Australian median mortgage of $1,863 and median rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Romaine counted 713 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 33% couples without children. 24% 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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Families constitute the vast majority of local living arrangements at 74.6%, broken down into couples without children (33.1%), couples with children (30.1%), and single parent families (10.6%). The remaining 25.4% comprises non-family setups, led by lone person households at 24.0% and group households at 1.4%. The average household accommodates 2.5 people, exceeding the Regional Tas. benchmark of 2.3.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.9% of adults in Romaine hold a university qualification, including 9.5% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 89% of areas nationally. A further 34.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 761 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 882 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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Attainment of higher education qualifications in the locality is relatively low, with 12.9% holding a tertiary degree compared to the Australian benchmark of 30.4%. Within university credentials, bachelor degrees represent 9.5%, postgraduate awards account for 1.8%, and graduate diplomas comprise 1.6%. In contrast, vocational and technical training is widely held, with 44.0% of residents aged 15+ possessing trade qualifications, consisting of 34.7% with certificates and 9.3% with advanced diplomas. Formal study engagement is substantial, with 28.4% of the population actively enrolled across educational institutions. Primary students represent 10.1% of residents, secondary schooling accounts for 9.4%, and higher education participation stands at 2.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Romaine reaches 11 stops on 39 routes, timetabled for about 2,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 370 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 transit infrastructure comprises 11 operational bus stops spread across the locality. A network of 39 routes connects these locations, generating 2,147 weekly passenger trips. Local transit connectivity is favorable, with an average distance of 374 meters to the closest stop. Private vehicles serve as the primary commuting choice for 97% of traveling residents, with households maintaining an average of 1.6 vehicles. Approximately 4.8% of workers reported working from home during the 2021 Census under prevailing pandemic influences. Transit services maintain an average volume of 306 trips daily across the broader network, providing roughly 195 weekly services per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.5% of residents in Romaine report no long-term health condition. 5.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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 indicators compiled by AreaSearch point to notable health challenges across the population, reflecting elevated rates of common health conditions in both younger and older demographics alongside mortality metrics. Private health insurance coverage is relatively robust, encompassing approximately 54% of residents (~1,022 people), tracking above the Regional Tas. rate of 49.1%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most frequently diagnosed ailments, affecting 9.7 and 9.6% of the population respectively, while 64.5% of residents report having no medical ailments, higher than the 62.0% recorded across Regional Tas.. Health patterns among working-age individuals align closely with regional standards.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 20.7% of the community (392 people), compared with 25.1% in Regional Tas., with health outcomes for older cohorts tracking consistently with broader benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Romaine is largely Australian-born, at 90.3% of residents, with 4.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (35.1%) and English (32.8%). 5.5% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local community exhibits a relatively uniform cultural composition, with 90.3% born in Australia, 92.7% holding citizenship, and 95.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity represents the primary religious denomination, observed by 39.4% of the population. The most prominent deviation above regional benchmarks occurs within Islam, which accounts for 1.4% of local residents against 0.6% across Regional Tas.. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages reported are Australian at 35.1%, English at 32.8%, and Irish at 7.4%. Distinct variations in other backgrounds are also evident, including Australian Aboriginal ancestry at 5.5% compared to 4.1% regionally, South Australian heritage at 0.6% versus 0.2%, and Maltese ancestry at 0.4% compared with 0.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Romaine is 40. 25.2% 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 demographic profile aligns closely with Regional Tas., showing a maximum divergence of 4.4 percentage points. The estimated median age of 40 remains consistent with the 2021 Census and sits 5 years below the regional median of 45 recorded at the same time. Since the Census, the share of retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) has risen from 17.8% to an estimated 20.7%. Through to 2041, senior demographics are projected to see the largest additions, expanding by 61 residents (15%) to 453, while younger adults, children, and middle-aged cohorts are expected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Romaine
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 5 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,850 at the 2021 Census → 1,895 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 Aug 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 (SAL60566). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.