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What it costs to rent in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham
Median weekly rents, year-on-year movement and bond-lodgement activity for Dodges Ferry - Lewisham (7173). Sourced from the NSW Rental Bond Board, DCJ Family & Community Services.
Median rent
$500
per week · Q1 2026
YoY change
▲+1.5%
vs same quarter last year
Active bonds
49
currently held
New bonds
0
this quarter
Latest Quarter Breakdown · Q1 2026
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SOURCE: NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ Family & Community Services), processed by AreaSearch. Imputed values are flagged. Latest publication:
Population
Population growth drivers in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's population was around 9,146 as of May 2026. This reflected an increase of 625 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,521 people. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,122 from the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 76 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population resulted in a density ratio of 28 persons per square kilometer. Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's growth rate of 7.3% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region's 3.9%, marking it as a growth leader in the Greater Hobart area. Natural growth contributed approximately 51.6% of overall population gains, with all drivers including overseas migration and interstate migration being positive factors.
AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections were used, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth was projected for statistical areas across the nation. The area was expected to increase by 1,465 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 15.8% over the 16 years.
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Development
AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Dodges Ferry - Lewisham among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide
Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has recorded approximately 58 residential property approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 294 homes. As of FY-26, 21 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25 has resulted in an increase of 2.9 new residents annually, indicating strong demand which may support property values. The average construction cost value of new homes is $274,000.
This financial year, $3.7 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's predominantly residential character. Compared to Greater Hobart, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham records around 67% of building activity per capita and ranks at the 69th percentile nationally based on areas assessed. Recent development has consisted entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers with an average of 195 people per dwelling approval.
According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham is projected to grow by 1,441 residents by 2041. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, suggesting steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.
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Development applications around Dodges Ferry - Lewisham
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
Infrastructure
Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 2ndth percentile nationally
Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects expected to impact this region. Notable projects include Sorell School Redevelopment, Tasman Highway Duplication Project, Greater Hobart Urban Growth Boundary Extension, and Tasmanian Irrigation Schemes: Tranche 3. The following list details those most relevant.
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Enabling Digital Health Services for Regional and Remote Australia
A national digital infrastructure program under the Digital Health Blueprint 2023-2033 designed to provide equitable healthcare access for regional and remote Australians. The initiative is currently rolling out the 'Share by Default' legislative framework, which mandates the uploading of pathology and diagnostic imaging reports to My Health Record starting July 2026. Current 2026 milestones include the launch of the Digital Health Implementer Hub to accelerate software conformance and the implementation of the National Allied Health Digital Uplift Plan to integrate allied health practitioners into the national digital ecosystem.
Enabling Infrastructure for Hydrogen Production
A national program to coordinate and deploy the enabling infrastructure required to support large-scale renewable hydrogen production across Australia. Building on the 2024 National Hydrogen Strategy and the National Hydrogen Infrastructure Assessment (NHIA), the program aligns electricity transmission, water supply, transport corridors, port and storage infrastructure with Renewable Energy Zones and prospective hydrogen hubs (Bell Bay, Darwin, Eyre Peninsula, Gladstone, Latrobe Valley, Hunter Valley, Pilbara). Two key federal mechanisms underpin delivery. The Hydrogen Headstart program provides up to 4 billion AUD in long-term revenue support via production credits, with Round 2 (2 billion AUD administered by ARENA) opening for Expressions of Interest in October 2025 with EOIs closing 8 December 2025. The Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive (HPTI), legislated through the Future Made in Australia (Production Tax Credits and Other Measures) Act 2025 which received Royal Assent on 14 February 2025, provides an uncapped refundable tax offset of 2 AUD per kilogram of eligible renewable hydrogen for up to 10 years between 1 July 2027 and 30 June 2040 for projects reaching final investment decision by 2030. The HPTI is jointly administered by the ATO and Clean Energy Regulator and requires certification under the Guarantee of Origin scheme. Round 1 of Hydrogen Headstart shortlisted six projects representing more than 3.5 GW of electrolyser capacity, with 814 million AUD ultimately awarded.
Bulk Water Supply Security
Nationwide program led by the National Water Grid Authority to improve bulk water security and reliability for non-potable and productive uses. Activities include strategic planning, science and business cases, and funding of state and territory projects such as storages, pipelines, dam upgrades, recycled water and efficiency upgrades to build drought resilience and support regional communities, industry and the environment.
National EV Charging Network (Highway Fast Charging)
Partnership between the Australian Government and NRMA to deliver a backbone EV fast charging network on national highways. Program funds and co-funds 117 DC fast charging sites at roughly 150 km intervals to connect all capital cities and regional routes, reducing range anxiety and supporting EV uptake.
Network Optimisation Program - Roads
A national program concept focused on improving congestion and reliability on urban road networks by using low-cost operational measures and technology (e.g., signal timing, intersection treatments, incident management) to optimise existing capacity across major city corridors.
Tasman Highway Duplication Project
Transforming the Tasman Highway between Hobart and Sorell into a consistent four-lane connection, including duplication of Midway Point and Sorell Causeways, subject to Commonwealth environmental approvals.
Greater Hobart Urban Growth Boundary Extension
A Tasmanian Government initiative extending the Greater Hobart urban growth boundary by 615 hectares across Brighton, Clarence, Glenorchy, Hobart, Kingborough, and Sorell. This expansion is designed to facilitate the delivery of approximately 10,000 new homes over 15-20 years. As of early 2026, the Housing Industry Association has reaffirmed support for the expansion to boost land supply, while the state government continues integrating these updates into the broader Southern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy (STRLUS) review, which is expected to be finalized by mid-2026.
Sorell School Redevelopment
A $27 million redevelopment has transformed Sorell School into a modern, unified Kindergarten to Year 12 campus, delivering a combination of new buildings and refurbishment of existing facilities, including a new Child and Family Learning Centre.
Employment
Employment performance in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally
Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 4.6% as of December 2025. There were 4,507 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 0.5% higher than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.0%.
Workforce participation was similar to Greater Hobart's at 63.7%. According to Census responses, only 10.5% of residents worked from home. The key industries of employment among residents were construction, health care & social assistance, and public administration & safety. Construction showed notable concentration with employment levels at 1.8 times the regional average.
Health care & social assistance had lower representation at 13.9% compared to the regional average of 17.3%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. During the year to December 2025, the labour force decreased by 0.1% and employment decreased by 0.2%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. Greater Hobart recorded employment growth of 0.1% with unemployment falling by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 projected national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differed significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.9% over ten years.
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Income
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released in financial year 2023, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $51,963. The average income stood at $58,569. This was below the national average and compared to levels of $54,577 and $65,190 across Greater Hobart respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% from financial year 2023 to March 2026, current estimates would be approximately $57,653 for median income and $64,982 for average income as of that date. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham ranked modestly, between the 25th and 32nd percentiles. Income distribution data showed 32.8% of the population (2,999 individuals) fell within the $1,500 to $2,999 income range, reflecting patterns seen at regional levels where 32.2% similarly occupied this range. After housing costs, 86.5% of income remained, ranking at the 29th percentile nationally.
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Housing
Dodges Ferry - Lewisham is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Dwelling structure in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.4% houses and 0.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Hobart metro's 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham stood at 39.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.3% and rented ones at 14.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, below Hobart metro's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in the area was $330, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents substantially below the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size
Family households constitute 69.6% of all households, including 26.0% couples with children, 31.3% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.4%, with lone person households at 27.8% and group households comprising 2.7%. The median household size is 2.4 people, aligning with Greater Hobart's average.
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Local Schools & Education
Educational outcomes in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment
The area's university qualification rate is 19.1%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 32.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 13.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 43.3% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 10.1% and certificates at 33.2%. Educational participation is high, with 27.4% currently enrolled in formal education: 11.0% in primary, 7.6% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.
Educational participation is notably high, with 27.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
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Health
Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts
Dodges Ferry's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks. AreaSearch's assessment indicates standard levels of common health conditions across both young and old age cohorts. Private health cover is low at approximately 48% (~4,426 people), compared to Greater Hobart's 51.7% and the national average of 55.7%.
The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.0%) and mental health issues (10.5%). 63.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Hobart's 65.5%. Working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 22.5% (2,059 people), compared to Greater Hobart's 20.0%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
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Cultural Diversity
The latest Census data sees Dodges Ferry - Lewisham placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Dodges Ferry-Lewisham had a lower cultural diversity, with 90.5% of its population being citizens and 90.0% born in Australia. English was the language spoken at home by 97.3%. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 38.4%.
Judaism was slightly overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to Greater Hobart's 0.1%. The top three ancestry groups were English (34.9%), Australian (32.6%), and Irish (8.4%). Notably, Australian Aboriginal were more represented at 3.6% than the regional average of 3.0%. Dutch representation was slightly lower at 1.3%, compared to 1.5% regionally, while Scottish representation was higher at 7.6% versus 7.0%.
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Age
Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's median age exceeds the national pattern
The median age in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham is 43 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Hobart's average of 39 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Hobart, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (14.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.3%). This concentration of 65-74 year-olds is well above the national average of 9.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75-84 has increased from 4.5% to 6.3%, while the proportion of those aged 65-74 has risen from 13.2% to 14.8%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 55-64 has decreased from 17.1% to 15.2%, and the proportion of those aged 25-34 has dropped from 12.0% to 10.3%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's age structure. The 45-54 age group is expected to grow by 45%, reaching 1,589 residents from 1,094. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 51% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 35-44 age group is projected to decrease by 206 residents.