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St Helens (Tas.) has an estimated 2,549 residents, up 15.5% since the 2021 Census, with 33 projects tracked in the area around St Helens (Tas.).
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Situated 189 kilometres north-northeast from Hobart CBD, the suburb of St Helens (Tas.) is a picturesque coastal community renowned for its pristine beaches, tranquil atmosphere, native wildlife, and verdant forests that draw nature lovers and outdoor adventurers alike. While the surrounding area enjoys a vibrant culinary offering featuring fresh seafood, local produce, and regional wines, the locality functions primarily as an established lifestyle and retirement haven. As of Aug 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) for the suburb of St Helens (Tas.) is estimated at around 2,549 residents, established through quarterly national address updates and yearly SA2-level ERP releases. This marks an expansion of 343 people (15.5%) since the 2021 Census count of 2,206 people, reflecting moderate expansion supported by an appealing seaside environment.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 189 kilometres north-northeast from Hobart CBD, the suburb of St Helens (Tas.) is a picturesque coastal community renowned for its pristine beaches, tranquil atmosphere, native wildlife, and verdant forests that draw nature lovers and outdoor adventurers alike. While the surrounding area enjoys a vibrant culinary offering featuring fresh seafood, local produce, and regional wines, the locality functions primarily as an established lifestyle and retirement haven. As of Aug 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) for the suburb of St Helens (Tas.) is estimated at around 2,549 residents, established through quarterly national address updates and yearly SA2-level ERP releases. This marks an expansion of 343 people (15.5%) since the 2021 Census count of 2,206 people, reflecting moderate expansion supported by an appealing seaside environment.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,011 in 2006 and 2,498 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,549 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 20.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 36.9%.
St Helens (Tas.) ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for development activity and the 31st for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in St Helens (Tas.) is $390 a week, up 11.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 18% below Regional Tas..
18% below Regional Tas. on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $390 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, North East | $432 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, North East, over 12 months | +9.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Launceston and North East | $499 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Launceston and North East, over 12 months | +12.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Tas. | $474 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Tas., over 12 months | +11.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, TAS | $513 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, TAS, over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 33 projects in and around St Helens (Tas.), 9 of them under construction.
Cedar Grove is a masterplanned residential estate in St Leonards, Launceston, being delivered in multiple stages. The development is planned to ultimately provide more than 500 homes together with parklands, walking and cycling trails, a watercourse and lake, and a proposed village heart including an urban farm, cafe and neighbourhood retail precinct…
Rezoning of approximately 39ha from Rural Resource to Rural Living Zone for a large-scale rural residential subdivision with around 35 lots of 1ha each. The original rezoning application (Amendment 47) was considered by the City of Launceston Council in late 2018/early 2019 and was subject to representations.
Redevelopment of the aged care facility (formerly Masonic Peace Memorial Haven) including the completed 16-bed Wellington Wing. The new wing was designed to modern standards with private ensuites, nurse call systems, natural lighting, hydronic in-slab heating, and a building management system.
A planned 100-lot subdivision on a 12.6-hectare site at 50 Wildor Crescent, Ravenswood. Developed by Homes Tasmania, the project aims to deliver affordable housing options, including lots available through the MyHome shared equity program.
Rezoning of approximately 12.5ha of Crown land at 50 Wildor Crescent, Ravenswood from Rural Resource to General Residential. Approved by Launceston City Council in November 2023, the project will deliver approximately 100 residential lots for social and affordable housing, alongside private purchase opportunities via the MyHome shared equity program.
One of Launceston's largest residential subdivisions featuring 216 residential lots on a 21-hectare site. The development includes generous flat blocks with mountain views, restored historic Oakden House homestead, realigned Kings Meadows Rivulet with native waterway parkland, bushland reserves, and walking tracks.
Homes Tasmania proposes to build six two-bedroom units and four three-bedroom units at 18-20 Ellison Street, Newstead, to provide social housing primarily for women on the Housing Register. The units are designed for comfort, safety, accessibility, and will achieve a 7-star energy rating and silver level Livable Housing Design Guidelines.
Redevelopment of the existing Youngtown IGA supermarket including a new Bottle-O liquor store tenancy, upgraded shopfront and entry, electronic promotional signage, internal reconfiguration and parking improvements including accessible parking.
Residential development offering 78 homes and units with 2-4 bedroom options, featuring premium finishes, European appliances, ducted heating and cooling, and stone bench tops. Units start at $560,000 while houses start at $900,000.
Modern affordable housing development comprising 24 two-bedroom townhouses completed in 2023. Each townhouse features open-plan living, private balconies, double-glazed windows, reverse cycle air conditioning, full-size laundries, and remote-controlled garages with internal access.
Remediation and stabilisation of a 100-metre section of a Newnham Creek tributary. The project included reshaping, rock stabilisation, and revegetation with 2000 native plants to improve water quality, ecology, and park amenity.
A $3.1 million upgrade has been completed, delivering a new pavilion, resurfaced courts, improved lighting, and enhanced facilities for players, events, and the community. The project includes a commercial kitchen, cafe, and a function room.
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Estimated completion year of the 18 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 6, 2027 8, 2028 1, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 1. 8 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 5.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 13 | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
Currently, there are limited major infrastructure and planning changes identified for St Helens in the available data.
Infrastructure projects impacting the suburb of St Helens encompass various sectors supporting community growth and economic development.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the suburb of St Helens, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of St Helens currently ranks below national averages at the 15th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within St Helens when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of St Helens area has seen 36 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of St Helens's current population of 2,549 has been supported by 13 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of St Helens's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 13, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of St Helens has grown by approximately 229 people, while 66 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in St Helens reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,549 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +15.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 11 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 18th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,206 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 343 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 223.32 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of St Helens was estimated to be approximately 2,549 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,498 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of st helens has added approximately 343 people and shown a 15.55% increase from the 2,206 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of St Helens is estimated at 11 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of St Helens has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of St Helens is driven by: Interstate migration (76.0%), Overseas migration (24.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 76.0% of overall population gains.
St Helens ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 57 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 98th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 38.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 42.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 57 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 20.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of St Helens at 57 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 57 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 57 years as at August 2026, St Helens is 12 years older than the Regional Tas. 2021 Census average (45 years) and 19 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of St Helens compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 20.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of St Helens compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of St Helens show significant variance compared to Regional Tas.. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.6% vs 2.8%) and 65-74 year-olds (20.8% vs 13.5%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (5.9% vs 11.4%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 11.6% of the population in the suburb of St Helens as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 38.4% of the population in the suburb of St Helens as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 2% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $41,138 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 1st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $52,439 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $824 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Census personal income / week | $494 | 2021 Census, weekly | 3rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 5.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,169 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 48.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of St Helens is approximately $43,652. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $41,138.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of St Helens is approximately $55,643. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $52,439.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of St Helens is approximately $43,652 compared to $56,028 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $41,138 and $52,802 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of St Helens is approximately $55,643 compared to $67,059 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,439 and $63,198 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of St Helens's households (~36.9% / 361 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of St Helens is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 36.9% of households. In comparison, Regional Tas.'s largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 28.5% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of St Helens is $824/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of St Helens is $1,169/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of St Helens is $494/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of St Helens is below the national average, with the median assessed at $41,138 while the average income stands at $52,439. This contrasts to Regional Tas.'s figures of a median income of $52,802 and an average income of $63,198. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $43,652 (median) and $55,643 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of St Helens is $3,063 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of st helens's disposable income is $3,063 compared to $4,607 for Regional Tas., based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in St Helens lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 43.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 906 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,152 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 961 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of St Helens has approximately 906 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.7%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of St Helens stands at 5.7%, which is 1.8 percentage points above Regional Tas.'s rate of 3.9%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of St Helens is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.9% of employment), accommodation & food (14.5%), and retail trade (12.6%). Other significant employers include construction and agriculture, forestry & fishing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of St Helens has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Tas. saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of St Helens is 43.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. The relatively low participation rate may indicate limited job opportunities or demographic factors affecting workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Regional Tas. average of 58.7%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of st helens shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 14.5% of the local workforce compared to 7.7% across Regional Tas.. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of st helens's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.4% growth, ranking 16th out of 37 regions nationally.
St Helens faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 15.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 46.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 21.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
15.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of St Helens have university qualifications, compared to 19.3% in Regional Tas..
46.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of St Helens have no formal qualifications, compared to 43.0% in Regional Tas..
The suburb of st helens ranks in the 13th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of St Helens are: Certificate (29.3%), Bachelor Degree (11.4%), Advanced Diploma (8.9%).
21.7% of the population in the suburb of St Helens is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.4% in primary school, 6.8% in secondary school, 2.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of St Helens is 954, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of St Helens, with a combined enrollment of approximately 487 students.
The suburb of st helens includes 1 combined school.
St Helens features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Tas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.0 people | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 37.9% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 979 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,131 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 60.0% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of St Helens had 979 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 15.5% to an estimated 1,131 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of St Helens is 2.0 people. This compares to 2.3 in Regional Tas. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 60.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (37.9%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 587 family households, couples with children account for 14.8% of all households, couples without children at home 34.7%, and single parent families 9.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Tas., the suburb of St Helens shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 37.9% (versus 30.1% in Regional Tas.). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 60.0% compared to 67.2% in Regional Tas.. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of St Helens have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional Tas. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 44.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 26.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 33.8% never married across Regional Tas..
Single-person households represent 37.9% of all households in the suburb of St Helens, higher than the average for Regional Tas. of 30.1%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.0% of households, below the Regional Tas. average of 2.8%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
St Helens is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 16.0% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 84.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
St Helens was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.4% of its population being citizens, 84.0% born in Australia, and 96.0% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in St Helens, at 47.9% of people, although more residents (48.8%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 1.6% of the population, compared to 0.9% across Regional Tas..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in St Helens are English, comprising 36.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 31.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of St Helens (vs 0.3% across Regional Tas.), Australian Aboriginal at 2.8% (vs 4.1%) and Maltese at 0.4% (vs 0.1%).
16.0% of the suburb of St Helens population was born overseas, compared to 13.4% across Regional Tas..
4.0% of the population in the suburb of St Helens speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 5.8% in Regional Tas..
2.8% of the suburb of St Helens population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.1% in Regional Tas..
87.4% of the suburb of St Helens population holds citizenship, compared to 89.3% in Regional Tas..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
St Helens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 51.1% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.5% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,083 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 23.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $230 | 2021 Census, weekly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of St Helens, 51.1% of homes are owned outright, 23.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.5% of dwellings in the suburb of St Helens are houses.
In the suburb of St Helens, 7.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of St Helens stands at 51.1%, compared to 41.1% in Regional Tas..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of St Helens is $1,083, compared to $1,274 in Regional Tas..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of St Helens is $507, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of St Helens, households with mortgages typically spend 30.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of St Helens is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of St Helens shows mortgage holders spending 30.3% of income on repayments (vs 24.0% in Regional Tas.), while renters spend 27.9% of income on rent (vs 20.4% in Regional Tas.).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of St Helens consists of 86.5% detached houses, 4.8% semi-detached dwellings, 7.1% apartments, and 1.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in St Helens consumes approximately 14.2% of median household income ($3,568 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in St Helens show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 14% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 86% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health performance in St Helens is lower than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | |
| No long-term health condition | 56.7% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 69.5% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
Around 46.0% of people in the suburb of St Helens are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 49.5% in Regional Tas..
In the suburb of St Helens, 11.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 7.3% of people in Regional Tas. require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the suburb of St Helens are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional Tas. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.9% of the suburb of St Helens population, while in Regional Tas., 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.7% of people in the suburb of St Helens have heart disease. Across Regional Tas.,4.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of St Helens, 46.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Tas. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 49.5%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.6 km away and the nearest supermarket 1.7 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 17 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 17th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 91.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 92.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 92.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 46 places in St Helens (Tas.), about 1.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within St Helens when compared nationally.
St Helens has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 15th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in St Helens (Tas.) is $390 a week, +11.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in St Helens reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
St Helens ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 2% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in St Helens lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
St Helens faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
St Helens features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Tas.
St Helens is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
St Helens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in St Helens is lower than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport in St Helens (Tas.): transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
St Helens (Tas.) has an estimated 2,549 residents, up 15.5% since the 2021 Census, with 33 projects tracked in the area around St Helens (Tas.).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for St Helens (Tas.).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL60632). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for St Helens (Tas.) from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares St Helens (Tas.) with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
