Beauty Point - Beaconsfield
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Beauty Point - Beaconsfield reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's population is around 4,304 as of Aug 2025. This reflects an increase of 259 people (6.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,045 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,204 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 119 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 16.6 persons per square kilometer. Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's 6.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (4.5%), along with the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 68.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth by age group in the years post-2032, the Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Anticipating future population dynamics, based on the latest population numbers, the area is expected to increase by 287 persons to 2041, with an increase of 4.3% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Beauty Point - Beaconsfield recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Beauty Point - Beaconsfield has granted approximately 26 residential property approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, with 133 dwellings approved between FY-21 and FY-25, and 8 recorded so far in FY-26. Over the past five years, an average of 1.8 new residents arrived per new home built. However, this has decreased to 1.3 people per dwelling over the past two financial years. The average construction cost value for new homes is $378,000.

This financial year has seen $901,000 in commercial approvals, indicating a predominantly residential focus. Compared to the Rest of Tas., Beauty Point - Beaconsfield records 13.0% less building activity per person and ranks among the 62nd percentile nationally for assessed areas. Recent development has consisted entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers with around 236 people per dwelling approval.

By 2041, Beauty Point - Beaconsfield is projected to grow by 187 residents. Current development patterns suggest that new housing supply should meet demand, offering favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Beauty Point - Beaconsfield has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include Multiple Dwellings at 21 Beatty Street, Beaconsfield; the H2TAS Renewable Hydrogen and Ammonia Facility; Bell Bay Powerfuels Project; and George Town 4-Townhouse Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Beauty Point - Beaconsfield face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. As of June 2025, the unemployment rate is 6.2%.

In this month, 1,636 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.2% higher than Rest of Tas.'s rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation stands at 44.2%, significantly lower than Rest of Tas.'s 55.7%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing employment share is 1.5 times the regional level.

Education & training, however, is under-represented with only 6.6% compared to Rest of Tas.'s 8.8%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census data. Over one year, labour force decreased by 1.5%, employment by 0.7%, and unemployment rate fell by 0.8 percentage points. Statewide in Sep-25, TAS employment grew by 0.77% year-on-year, adding 1,170 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. National forecasts suggest national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's industry mix indicates local growth of approximately 5.7%% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's median income among taxpayers was $41,971 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $52,876 during the same period. These figures are lower than those for Rest of Tas., which had a median income of $47,358 and an average income of $57,384. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.94%, estimates suggest Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's median income would be approximately $46,982 and the average income would be around $59,189 by March 2025. According to Census 2021 data, incomes in Beauty Point - Beaconsfield fall between the 2nd and 4th percentiles nationally. The $400 - 799 income bracket dominates with 33.3% of residents (1,433 people). Unlike regional trends where 28.5% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's economic circumstances reflect widespread financial pressure, with 42.5% of households operating on modest weekly budgets below $800. Although housing costs are relatively low, with 87.2% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 5th percentile nationally.

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

Dwelling structure in Beauty Point - Beaconsfield, as per the latest Census, consists of 95.9% houses and 4.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s 95.5% houses and 4.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Beauty Point - Beaconsfield stands at 51.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.6% and rented ones at 17.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,083, below Non-Metro Tas.'s average of $1,300. The median weekly rent figure is $250, matching Non-Metro Tas.'s figure. Nationally, Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Beauty Point - Beaconsfield features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.3 percent of all households, including 17.5 percent couples with children, 36.9 percent couples without children, and 11.2 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 33.7 percent, with lone person households at 31.3 percent and group households comprising 2.6 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Tas. average of 2.4.

Beauty Point - Beaconsfield faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates of 13.1%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 41.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (30.9%).

A substantial 21.9% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 9.5% in primary, 6.3% in secondary, and 1.8% in tertiary education. Beaconsfield Primary School serves local educational needs within Beauty Point - Beaconsfield, with an enrollment of 238 students as of a recent report (date not specified). The area demonstrates varied educational conditions, with the single school focusing exclusively on primary education, while secondary options are available in surrounding areas. School places per 100 residents stand at 5.5, falling below the regional average of 8.5, indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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Health performance in Beauty Point - Beaconsfield is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Critical health challenges are evident across Beauty Point - Beaconsfield. A range of health conditions significantly impacts both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is very low, approximately 47% of the total population (~2,009 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 14.8 and 10.4% of residents respectively. However, 54.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 61.2% across Rest of Tas.. The area has 34.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,483 people), which is higher than the 27.4% in Rest of Tas.. Despite this, Beauty Point - Beaconsfield performs better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Beauty Point-Beaconsfield, surveyed in June 2016, had a culturally diverse population that was below average. Of its residents, 89.6% were citizens, 87.3% were born in Australia, and 98.3% spoke English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, with 42.4% of people identifying as Christian, compared to an overall Tasmania figure of 41.5%.

Judaism, at 0.1%, was similarly represented compared to the rest of Tasmania's 0.1%. Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English (36.8%), Australian (33.3%), and Scottish (7.8%). Notably, Dutch ethnicity was slightly overrepresented at 1.5% versus the regional average of 2.0%, Welsh stood at 0.6% matching the region's figure, while Australian Aboriginal representation was higher at 2.7% compared to the regional 2.5%.

Beauty Point - Beaconsfield ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Beauty Point - Beaconsfield has a median age of 56, which is significantly higher than the Rest of Tas. figure of 45 and Australia's 38 years. The 65-74 age group shows strong representation at 21.8%, compared to Rest of Tas., while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 7.3%. This 65-74 concentration is well above the national figure of 9.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 65-74 age group has grown from 19.8% to 21.8%, while the 75-84 cohort increased from 8.6% to 10.4%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 11.8% to 10.2%. Demographic modeling suggests Beauty Point - Beaconsfield's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. Leading this shift, the 75-84 group is projected to grow by 44%, reaching 646 people from 447. This demographic aging continues as residents aged 65 and older represent 76% of anticipated growth. Conversely, both 0-4 and 45-54 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.