Dodges Ferry - Lewisham
Statistical Area - sa2

Dodges Ferry - Lewisham lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's population was around 9,108 as of Nov 2025. This reflected an increase of 587 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,521. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,032 in June 2024 and an additional 65 validated new addresses since the Census date. This levelled out to a density ratio of 28 persons per square kilometer. Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's growth rate of 6.9% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region's 4.3%, marking it as a growth leader in the area. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 46.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections were used with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth was projected for the area, expected to increase by 1,599 persons to 2041 based on latest numbers, with an increase of 16.7% in total over the 17 years.

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, 8 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25 attracted 2.9 new residents annually, indicating strong demand which supports property values. The average construction cost value for new homes is $274,000.

This financial year has seen $3.7 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to Greater Hobart, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham accounts for approximately 67% of building activity per capita and ranks among the 69th percentile nationally in terms of assessed areas. Recent development has consisted solely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's low-density character and attracting space-seeking buyers with an average of around 195 people per dwelling approval.

By 2041, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham is projected to grow by 1,523 residents. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering stable market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 5thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified two projects impacting the area. Key projects are Sorell School Redevelopment, Tasman Highway Duplication Project, Greater Hobart Urban Growth Boundary Extension, and Tasmanian Irrigation Schemes: Tranche 3. The following details those most relevant:.

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Employment performance in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Dodges Ferry - Lewisham has an unemployment rate of 4.6% as of June 2025, with 4,461 residents employed. The area's unemployment rate is 0.5% higher than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is lower at 59.0%.

Key industries for employment are construction, health care & social assistance, and public administration & safety. Construction shows notable concentration with employment levels at 1.8 times the regional average. Health care & social assistance represents 13.9% of employment compared to the regional average of 17.3%. The area may have limited local employment opportunities based on Census data analysis.

From June 2024 to June 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.6%, and employment also decreased by 1.6%, leaving unemployment relatively stable. Greater Hobart recorded a 1.5% employment decline and a 1.6% labour force decline during the same period, with unemployment falling by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's industry mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.2%% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

In financial year 2022, Dodges Ferry - Lewisham had a median taxpayer income of $49,012 and an average income of $55,778. These figures are lower than the national averages of $51,272 and $63,777 in Greater Hobart respectively. By September 2025, adjusted for a 13.83% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022, estimated median income would be approximately $55,790 and average income $63,492. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham rank modestly, between the 26th and 32nd percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income distribution shows that 32.8% of the population (2,987 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the regional pattern where 32.2% occupy this range. After housing costs, 86.5% of income remains, ranking at the 30th percentile nationally.

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. In comparison, Hobart metro had 97.7% houses and 2.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham was 39.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.3% and rented ones at 14.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, lower than Hobart metro's $1,408. 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, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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 comprise the remaining 30.4%, with lone person households at 27.8% and group households at 2.7%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Greater Hobart average.

Educational outcomes in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area has lower university qualification rates than the SA4 region average. Only 19.1% of residents have a university qualification, compared to the regional 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 held by 43.3% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 10.1% and certificates at 33.2%.

Educational participation is 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. The three schools in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham have a combined enrollment of 681 students. These schools focus on primary education only, with secondary options available nearby. School places per 100 residents (7.5) are below the regional average (9.9), indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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Health performance in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows significant challenges for Dodges Ferry - Lewisham. Both younger and older age groups have high prevalence of common health conditions.

Only approximately 48% (~4,335 people) have private health cover, much lower than the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.0%) and mental health issues (10.5%). Around 63.4% claim to be free from medical ailments, similar to Greater Hobart's 62.3%. About 21.4% (~1,951 people) are aged 65 or above. Despite this, health outcomes for seniors exceed averages and are better than those of the general population.

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 was found to have below average cultural diversity, with 90.5% of its population being Australian citizens born in Australia who speak English only at home. The predominant religion was Christianity, comprising 38.4% of the population. Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to 0% across Greater Hobart.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (34.9%), Australian (32.6%), and Irish (8.4%). Notably, Australian Aboriginal (3.6%) was overrepresented compared to the regional average of 3.1%. Dutch (1.3%) and Scottish (7.6%) also showed slight overrepresentation compared to their respective regional averages of 1.2% and 7.4%.

Dodges Ferry - Lewisham hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

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 55-64 (15.6%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.8%). According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 75 to 84 increased from 4.5% to 5.8%, while the 65 to 74 age group rose from 13.2% to 14.4%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 age group decreased from 17.1% to 15.6%, and the 25 to 34 age group fell from 12.0% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Dodges Ferry - Lewisham's age structure. The 75 to 84 age group is expected to grow by 95%, reaching 1,030 people from 529. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 56% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 35 to 44 age group is projected to decrease by 168 residents.