Bellerive - Rosny

Bellerive - Rosny has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Bellerive - Rosny's population was around 6,576 as of May 2026. This reflected an increase of 54 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,522. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,561 in June 2025 and an additional 55 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 1,393 persons per square kilometer, above the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 95.2% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections were used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 and adjusted employing weighted aggregation methods. Future population growth was anticipated to be at the lower quartile level of national statistical areas, with an expected increase of 268 persons by 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 3.9% over the 16 years.

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

Bellerive-Rosny has granted around 16 residential property approvals per year on average over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 82 homes approved during this period and one more approved in FY26. Each dwelling has attracted an average of 2.6 new residents annually over these five years, indicating strong demand that supports property values. The average construction cost value for new homes is $359,000, reflecting a focus on the premium market with high-end developments.

In the current financial year, commercial approvals worth $25.6 million have been registered, suggesting steady commercial investment activity in the area. Compared to Greater Hobart, Bellerive-Rosny has significantly less development activity, at 60.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new dwellings typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. The area's development activity is also below the national average, indicating its established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. Recent construction comprises 62.0% standalone homes and 38.0% medium to high-density housing, with a growing mix of townhouses and apartments providing options across different price points. This shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 84.0% houses) indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options.

With around 377 people per approval, Bellerive-Rosny indicates a mature market. Future projections estimate that Bellerive-Rosny will add 253 residents by 2041 (based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Bellerive - Rosny has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 6thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified four projects expected to influence the area: Clarence City Heart Plan, Homes Tasmania - 10 Binalong Road Residential Development, Homes Tasmania - 155 Cambridge Road Residential Development, and TasTAFE Water and Energy Trades Centre of Excellence. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Bellerive - Rosny well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Bellerive-Rosny has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 2.3% as of December 2025, lower than Greater Hobart's 4.0%. Employment stability over the past year was relative.

As of December 2025, 3,347 residents were employed. The area's unemployment rate was 1.7% below Greater Hobart's, but workforce participation was somewhat lower at 61.1%. According to Census responses, only 10.3% of residents worked from home. Dominant employment sectors included health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety.

Public administration & safety had particularly notable concentration with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average. Manufacturing had limited presence with 4.1% employment compared to 5.2% regionally. The ratio of workers to residents was 0.7, indicating above-normal local employment opportunities. Between December 2024 and December 2025, labour force decreased by 0.2%, employment decreased by 0.1%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Hobart experienced employment growth of 0.1% and labour force decline of 0.1%, with a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May-25) suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bellerive-Rosny's employment mix, local employment is estimated to increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Bellerive - Rosny SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $57,116 and an average income of $67,831. These figures align with national averages and compare to Greater Hobart levels of $54,577 and $65,190 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $63,370 (median) and $75,258 (average). According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 56th percentile ($837 weekly), while household income sits at the 36th percentile. Income distribution shows that 30.5% of locals (2,005 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with surrounding region trends of 32.2% in the same category. After housing expenses, 86.6% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Bellerive - Rosny is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Bellerive - Rosny, as per the latest Census, 84.5% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 15.5% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. In comparison, Hobart metro had 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bellerive - Rosny stood at 44.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.3% and rented ones at 28.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,600, exceeding Hobart metro's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent in Bellerive - Rosny was $360, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, Bellerive - Rosny's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Bellerive - Rosny features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 62.9% of all households, including 23.0% couples with children, 29.1% couples without children, and 9.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.1%, with lone person households at 34.3% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.2 people, smaller than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.

The educational profile of Bellerive - Rosny exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

In Bellerive - Rosny, the educational attainment significantly exceeds broader benchmarks. Specifically, 38.6% of residents aged 15 years and above hold university qualifications, compared to 25.5% in Tasmania (TAS) and 28.9% in the Small Area 3 (SA3) area. This notable educational advantage positions the area favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 23.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 10.8% and graduate diplomas at 4.3%.

Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.2% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 10.2% while certificates make up 19.0%. Educational participation is particularly high in the area, with 25.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.3% in primary education, 6.3% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Bellerive-Rosny has 67 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are used by 143 individual routes, providing 10,967 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents have excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 154 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from this primarily residential area. Car is the dominant mode of transport at 81%, while bus usage stands at 12%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.2, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 10.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 1,566 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 163 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Bellerive - Rosny is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Bellerive-Rosny shows better-than-average health outcomes, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts. Private health cover is held by approximately 53% of the total population (~3,458 people), slightly above the average SA2 area rate. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 11.3% and 9.3% of residents respectively. 64.0% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are generally typical. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 27.0% (1,776 people), compared to 20.0% in Greater Hobart. Nationally, this percentage is lower than the broader population figure.

In terms of cultural diversity, Bellerive - Rosny records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bellerive-Rosny showed higher cultural diversity than average, with 20.5% of its residents born overseas and 13.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Bellerive-Rosny, comprising 43.8%. Hinduism had an overrepresentation compared to Greater Hobart, accounting for 3.1% versus 2.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (32.8%), Australian (27.5%), and Irish (8.6%). Notably, Scottish ethnicity was more prevalent in Bellerive-Rosny at 8.2%, compared to the regional average of 7.0%. Dutch ethnicity stood at 1.4% versus 1.5%, while Chinese ethnicity was recorded at 3.1% versus 2.7%.

Bellerive - Rosny hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Bellerive - Rosny is 44 years, which is higher than Greater Hobart's average of 39 years and also exceeds the Australian median of 38 years. Comparing with Greater Hobart, the 75-84 age cohort is notably over-represented at 10.2% locally, while the 25-34 year-olds are under-represented at 11.7%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 8.1% to 10.2%, and the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 12.5% to 13.9%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group has decreased from 13.8% to 11.7%, and the 55 to 64 group has fallen from 13.4% to 11.8%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Bellerive - Rosny. The 45 to 54 age cohort is projected to expand by 301 people (43%), growing from 707 to 1,009. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.