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Population
An assessment of population growth drivers in Forestier - Tasman reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends
According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident population of Forestier - Tasman stands at approximately 2,738 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 145 people (5.6%) from the 2,593 residents counted in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated from the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population of 2,738 alongside 137 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With this population level, the region has a density of 4.1 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious residential environment. The area's 5.6% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the Tasmanian state average of 4.0% as well as the Rest of Tas. region, establishing it as a local growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic expansion was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 84.3% of the total population growth in recent times.
AreaSearch utilizes population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as a baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, or to project age distribution changes beyond 2032, regional and LGA projections from the Tasmanian Government (published in 2022 using a 2021 baseline) are applied via a weighted aggregation method translating LGA-level growth to SA2 boundaries. Looking at future demographic trends, these projections forecast a population reduction for the area, which is expected to contract by 187 persons by 2041. Conversely, expansion is projected within specific age brackets, particularly those aged 85 and over, which is expected to grow by 189 people.
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Development
Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Forestier - Tasman when compared nationally
Forestier - Tasman averages approximately 30 residential building approvals annually, with 151 residential projects approved during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 11 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Given that the area averaged 1.2 new residents per approved dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, residential supply and demand appear closely aligned, supporting a balanced market. The average estimated construction cost for these new dwellings is $263,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals total $1.4 million for the current financial year, representing a low volume of commercial development.
Compared to the Rest of Tas. region, Forestier - Tasman shows 18.0% lower building approval activity on a per-capita basis, though it ranks in the 87th percentile among all analyzed locations across the country. This high national percentile suggests robust developer interest in the area. Additionally, all recent building approvals consist of standalone houses, maintaining the low-density character of the area and appealing to buyers seeking detached homes with extra space. The metric of approximately 97 people per approved dwelling highlights the low-density profile of the locality.
Faced with projections of a stable or contracting population, Forestier - Tasman is likely to experience minimal housing supply pressures, which may create advantageous conditions for home buyers.
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Infrastructure
Forestier - Tasman has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 6thth percentile nationally
Local infrastructure projects, major works, and planning updates can significantly influence regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 0 major projects expected to impact this area. Notable regional initiatives include the Tasmanian Irrigation Schemes: Tranche 3, the Cethana Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project, the Marinus Link, and the Telstra InfraCo Intercity Fibre Network, with key details of these projects provided below.
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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.
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.
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.
Tasmanian Irrigation Schemes: Tranche 3
Development of sustainable water capture and distribution systems in Tasmania to enhance agricultural productivity by enabling dryland farms to transition to higher-value enterprises like fruit or viticulture.
Cethana Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project
The Cethana pumped hydro project, led by Hydro Tasmania, is part of the Battery of the Nation initiative to enhance Tasmania's renewable storage and generation. It utilizes Lake Cethana as the lower storage, with a new upper storage, underground power station, and tunnels. The project has a generating capacity of 750 MW and storage capacity of 20 hours, requiring transmission upgrades and Marinus Link interconnection.
Marinus Link
Marinus Link involves constructing a second undersea electricity link and supporting infrastructure between Tasmania and Victoria, enhancing the existing Basslink interconnector. The project, part of Project Marinus, includes transmission lines and network upgrades.
Employment
Employment performance in Forestier - Tasman has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally
The labor force in Forestier - Tasman features skilled workers, with prominent representation in lifestyle and retail industries, alongside an unemployment rate of 4.8% and an estimated 11.0% job growth over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 1,089 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 0.9% higher than the 3.9% recorded in Regional Tas., and the participation rate of 46.3% is notably lower than the 58.8% average for Regional Tas. Census statistics indicate that a moderate 17.0% of local workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and accommodation & food. The locality features a strong concentration of jobs in arts & recreation, with its employment share in this sector reaching 6.7 times the regional average. Conversely, retail trade is underrepresented, employing only 4.9% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Regional Tas. The relationship between the number of local jobs recorded in the Census and the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities are relatively constrained.
Based on analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch, employment in the region grew by 11.0% and the total labor force grew by 10.7% during the year ending March 2026, leading to a 0.2 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Regional Tas. experienced a 1.8% increase in employment, a 1.7% expansion in the labor force, and a marginal decline in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for potential future labor demand in Forestier - Tasman. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local industry mix to model growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with substantial variance among different sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce structure indicates that employment in Forestier - Tasman would grow by 5.7% over five years and 12.2% over ten years.
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Income
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis
According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, personal incomes in the Forestier - Tasman SA2 remain below national benchmarks. Taxpayers in this area recorded a median income of $39,663 and an average income of $54,545, compared to Regional Tas. figures of $49,689 (median) and $59,358 (average). Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.95% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $44,006 for median income and $60,518 for average income as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Forestier - Tasman are positioned between the 0th and 4th percentiles nationally. The dominant weekly income bracket is $400 - 799, containing 35.7% of residents (977 people), which contrasts with regional trends where 28.5% of the population falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Tight financial conditions are common, with 47.6% of households managing on weekly incomes under $800. Although housing costs are relatively low, leaving residents with 88.3% of their income, total disposable income sits in the 3rd percentile nationwide.
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Housing
Forestier - Tasman is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Forestier - Tasman is composed of 96.3% standalone houses and 3.7% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings in Regional Tas. The home ownership rate in Forestier - Tasman is 59.6%, which is higher than the regional average, with the remaining residential properties being mortgaged (25.5%) or rented (14.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,083 is lower than the Regional Tas. average, while the median weekly rent of $250 matches the Regional Tas. median of $250 (compared to mortgage repayments of $1,274 and rent of $250 regionally). On a national scale, mortgage repayments in Forestier - Tasman are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.
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Household Composition
Forestier - Tasman features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Family households represent 59.8% of all households in the area, consisting of couples with children at 14.8%, couples without children at 36.1%, and single-parent households at 8.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.2%, with single-person households representing 37.9% and group households making up 2.2%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Regional Tas. average of 2.3.
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Local Schools & Education
Forestier - Tasman faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
Educational attainment levels in Forestier - Tasman are lower than regional averages, with 21.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. Among university qualifications, bachelor degrees are most common at 13.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational and technical qualifications are widely held, with 38.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding credentials in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 28.7%.
A significant proportion of the local population, totaling 22.0%, is enrolled in formal studies. This enrollment includes 7.8% in primary schools, 6.9% in secondary schools, and 2.3% in tertiary institutions.
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Transport
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Health
Health performance in Forestier - Tasman is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts
Health metrics analyzed by AreaSearch, focusing on mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic health conditions across various age groups, indicate notable challenges for Forestier - Tasman. The rate of private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 47% of the population (~1,281 people) holding cover. This is lower than the 49.1% recorded across Regional Tas. and the national average of 55.7%.
Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues reported, affecting 15.5% and 10.9% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 55.5% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 62.0% in Regional Tas. The local working-age cohort faces distinct health difficulties, showing higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 38.2% of the population (1,046 people), which is higher than the Regional Tas. average of 24.9%. Seniors in the area experience above-average health outcomes, with their national health rankings exceeding those of the general local population.
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Cultural Diversity
Forestier - Tasman is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics
Forestier - Tasman exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 88.0% of the population, 85.7% born in Australia, and 96.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 40.4% of the population. The most distinct statistical overrepresentation is found in the Other category, which accounts for 0.6% of residents compared to 0.7% across Regional Tas.
With respect to family ancestry, the three most common backgrounds reported in Forestier - Tasman are English at 34.0%, Australian at 31.0%, and Irish at 8.3%. There are also distinct differences in the representation of other ethnic backgrounds, with Welsh ancestry recorded at 0.9% (compared to 0.4% regionally), Australian Aboriginal ancestry at 4.4% (compared to 4.1% regionally), and Dutch ancestry at 1.4% (compared to 1.7% regionally).
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Age
Forestier - Tasman ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide
The median age in Forestier - Tasman is 57, which is older than the Regional Tas. median of 45 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Regional Tas., the area has a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age bracket (22.1%) and a lower proportion in the 25 - 34 bracket (5.9%). The share of residents aged 65 - 74 is higher than the national average of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 9.2% to 12.4% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort has grown from 6.8% to 8.3%. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group declined from 22.0% to 17.6%, and the 5 to 14 cohort fell from 7.6% to 6.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections suggest major changes in the age structure of the population, with the 85 and over cohort projected to grow by 167%, adding 167 people to total 267. This aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and older account for 100% of the projected growth, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 brackets are expected to contract.