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Cambridge has an estimated 8,994 residents, up from 8,573 at the 2021 Census — a change of 421 people, or 4.9%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 336 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Density is about 88 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident population of Cambridge stands at approximately 8,994 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 421 people (4.9%) relative to the 8,573 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 8,883 from June 2025 alongside 336 validated new addresses identified since the Census. Based on these figures, the local population density is 88 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious environment with capacity for prospective expansion. The area's 4.9% growth rate since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA4 region (3.9%) and Greater Hobart, positioning it as a local growth leader.
The primary driver of this demographic expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 57.9% of the total population growth in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline, are utilized for each SA2 region. For sectors lacking this coverage, and to calculate age-specific growth after 2032, regional and LGA projections from the Tasmania State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied, adjusted via weighted aggregation of population changes from LGA to SA2 levels. Anticipated demographic transitions suggest population growth will register slightly below the national median, with the locality projected to gain 1,032 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, representing a total increase of 10.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
167 new dwellings have been approved in Cambridge over the past five years, an average of 33 a year. That places the area in the 53rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 52, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approximately 33 residential building approvals have been granted annually in Cambridge, totaling 167 approved dwellings during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 48 during FY-26 so far. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, an average of 3 residents moved to the district for every new home built, indicating that supply is lagging well behind local demand. This imbalance typically intensifies buyer competition and drives up prices, with new builds averaging an estimated construction cost of $374,000, signaling a developer focus on high-end, premium housing.
Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $40.2 million this financial year, pointing to strong business investment in the locality. Per capita construction activity in Cambridge is approximately 62% of the level observed in Greater Hobart, ranking the area in the 38th percentile nationally, which restricts choices for buyers and sustains interest in existing homes. Meanwhile, all recent residential building approvals have been for detached houses, preserving the traditional low density profile of the suburb and appealing to families looking for space. The ratio of 487 residents per dwelling approval highlights a quiet development environment with limited construction activity. Long-term forecasts indicate that Cambridge will add 921 inhabitants by 2041, calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction volumes appear to match future demand, which should support stable market conditions and prevent major price escalation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Cambridge. A further 41 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.34 billion. 13 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and planning schemes are critical factors influencing regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 active projects expected to affect the area. Notable projects include the Tasman Highway Duplication Project, the Cambridge-Clarence Recycled Water Interconnector, Lauderdale Primary School, and the Cambridge Primary School Redevelopment, with the primary details of the most relevant projects listed below.
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Cambridge Primary School Redevelopment
The Tasmanian Government is undertaking an $18 million redevelopment of Cambridge Primary School, providing additional contemporary learning facilities for students and staff, and traffic and car parking improvements.
Hobart Airport Terminal Expansion Project
Hobart Airport is undertaking a $200 million terminal upgrade to double its footprint, increasing boarding gates, food & beverage, and retail options. It will also allow larger aircraft and direct international flights.
Cambridge-Clarence Recycled Water Interconnector
A $19.1 million investment in southeast Tasmania to provide around 190 megalitres of recycled water per year for agriculture and preserve the health of the Pitt Water-Orielton Lagoon.
Draft Cambridge Oval Master Plan
A master plan for the redevelopment of the Cambridge Memorial Oval and surrounding area, including new and upgraded soccer and cricket facilities, recreation facilities, a new sports pavilion, indoor gymnasium, and outdoor multi-use hard court for school and community use.
Roches Beach Living
A modern retirement village comprising 53 architecturally designed 2 and 3 bedroom townhouses, set in landscaped gardens in Lauderdale. Offers independent living with high standards, quality, and easy living, with a community centre on site and access to Home Care Services.
Lauderdale Primary School
The Tasmanian Government will undertake a $6.5 million upgrade of Lauderdale Primary School to provide additional contemporary learning spaces, amenities and replacement of outdated outdoor play areas. This includes the construction of new general learning areas and car park upgrades to address increasing student enrollment and provide modern facilities.
Brighton to Cambridge Freight Route Study
A study investigating the feasibility of future freight routes from Brighton to Cambridge, considering current routes, road conditions, and necessary upgrades. Community consultation has closed.
Glebe Hill Childcare Centre
Purpose-built early learning centre developed by Tipalea Partners adjacent to Glebe Hill Village. The 106-place centre is operated by Green Leaves Early Learning and commenced operations during 2026, helping address childcare demand in Hobart's south-east.
4,921 residents of Cambridge are employed, from a labour force of 4,996. Unemployment sits at 1.5%, with participation at 68.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education and strong representation in essential services, alongside an exceptionally low unemployment rate of 1.5% and steady job numbers over the past year. As of March 2026, there are 4,921 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.9% below the 4.4% rate recorded in Greater Hobart. Participation in the labor force is typical, standing at 68.0% compared to 63.8% in Greater Hobart. Census statistics indicate that a low 12.0% of the working population worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic lockdown measures.
The principal sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and public administration & safety. The region exhibits a distinct specialization in the construction sector, where the employment share is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food services is underrepresented, employing 5.0% of the local workforce compared to 8.0% across Greater Hobart. A ratio of 0.6 local jobs per resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher-than-average availability of local employment. Analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch indicates that during the 12 months ending March 2026, total employment grew by 0.1% while the labor force expanded by 0.2%, leading to a 0.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Hobart saw employment fall by 0.1% and the labor force grow by 0.2%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point increase in its unemployment rate. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends in Cambridge. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with local employment profiles to project growth. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by industry. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce profile suggests employment in Cambridge could rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that excludes local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Cambridge is $2,191 a week (about $114,000 a year), with median personal income at $983 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,871 a year against an average of $75,703. 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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Data from the ATO at the postcode level, compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, shows a median taxpayer income of $60,871 and an average income of $75,703 in Cambridge. These figures are high on a national scale, comparing favorably to the Greater Hobart median of $54,577 and average of $65,190. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $67,536 for the median and $83,992 for the average. Census records show household, family, and individual incomes are all high, placing between the 77th and 77th percentiles nationally.
The largest earnings segment consists of 33.7% of the population (3,030 residents) earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the broader region where this bracket accounts for 32.2%. Affluence is notable, with 32.3% of earners receiving more than $3,000 per week, which helps support high-end retail and local services. After paying for housing, residents keep 89.2% of their income, demonstrating strong discretionary spending power and contributing to a SEIFA income rank in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Cambridge had 3,021 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 0% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 8% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month. Rent absorbs 18.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Cambridge is dominated by separate houses at 96.5%, while semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings account for 3.4%. In comparison, the Hobart metro area comprises 85.3% houses and 14.7% alternative dwelling types. Home ownership rates in the area stand at 42.7%, which is higher than the Hobart metro average, with remaining households holding a mortgage (49.8%) or renting (7.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,800 is higher than the Hobart metro average of $1,517, while the median weekly rent of $400 also exceeds the metropolitan average of $350.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in Cambridge are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Cambridge counted 3,021 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 78% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 81.1%, consisting of couples with children at 39.6%, couples without children at 32.0%, and single-parent households at 8.7%. The remaining 18.9% are non-family households, which include lone-person households at 17.4% and group shared households at 1.5%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.9% of adults in Cambridge hold a university qualification, including 19.4% with a bachelor degree and 5.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,033 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,045 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The proportion of residents holding university qualifications in Cambridge is 28.9%, slightly below the 32.8% average for the SA4 region, indicating a relatively competitive educational profile. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 19.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.9% and graduate diplomas at 3.6%. Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 37.5% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, including advanced diplomas at 11.7% and certificates at 25.8%. Participation in education is high, with 27.3% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This group is composed of 10.8% in primary school, 7.8% in secondary school, and 3.9% in tertiary study.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Cambridge reaches 103 stops on 215 routes, timetabled for about 16,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 480 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.1 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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Analysis of public transit reveals 103 transport stops operating in Cambridge, consisting of various bus options. These stops serve 215 separate routes, providing 16,405 passenger trips per week. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 482 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, many workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel for 94% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership is 2.1 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 12.0% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.
Daily transit service averages 2,343 trips across all routes, which equates to roughly 159 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 transport stops closest to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.7% of residents in Cambridge report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 80% of areas nationally. 3.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.6 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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Analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends by AreaSearch indicates excellent health outcomes in Cambridge, characterized by a low incidence of common health issues across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of the population (~5,090 people) holding cover, compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 9.9% and 7.6% of residents respectively. Conversely, 68.7% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart. Health trends among working-age residents are typical.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 23.4% of the population (2,103 people), which is higher than the 20.0% average in Greater Hobart. Health outcomes for older residents are strong, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Cambridge is largely Australian-born, at 88.6% of residents, with 3.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (36.5%) and Australian (30.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cambridge has a relatively low level of cultural diversity compared to broader averages, with 88.6% of the population born in Australia, 94.2% holding citizenship, and 96.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 46.1% of residents, compared to 39.8% in Greater Hobart. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages are English at 36.5%, Australian at 30.4%, and Irish at 8.8%. There are also distinct variations in other heritages, with Dutch background represented at 1.5% (equal to the 1.5% regional average), Welsh at 0.6% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and Polish at 0.7% (compared to 0.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Cambridge is 43. 18.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of residents in Cambridge is 43 years, which is older than the Greater Hobart average of 39 years and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Hobart, there is a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age bracket (13.9%) and a lower share in the 25 - 34 bracket (7.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 5.3% to 7.7%, and the 65 to 74 cohort has grown from 11.8% to 13.9%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 9.9% to 7.3%, and the 55 to 64 group has declined from 15.7% to 14.1%.
Demographic projections to 2041 suggest shifts in the age profile, led by the 45 to 54 group which is expected to increase by 48% (an increase of 569 people, moving from 1,181 to 1,751). In contrast, the 15 to 24 and 25 to 34 cohorts are projected to see declines in population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Cambridge
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 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 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 7 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 Jul 2025. | ||
| 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 — 336 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,573 at the 2021 Census → 8,994 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (601021005). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.