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Geeveston - Dover has an estimated 4,476 residents, up 10.5% since the 2021 Census, with 34 projects tracked in the area around Geeveston - Dover.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 49 kilometres southwest from Hobart CBD, the Geeveston - Dover Statistical Area (Lv2) encompasses an idyllic landscape in TAS, Australia, recognised for its picturesque coastal setting, lush forests, pristine waterways, and welcoming township communities. Based on AreaSearch analysis, the population reached approximately 4,476 as of Aug 2026, marking an increase of 425 people (10.5%) relative to the 4,051 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This ongoing demographic expansion reflects an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 4,408 reported by the ABS as of June 2025 alongside 210 validated new addresses identified since the Census.
The local socioeconomic environment is characterised by lower-quartile income levels and lower educational attainment, while demographic profiles show an elevated proportion 55 to 64yo and a high concentration of mature and retiree-aged residents, predominantly organised into couples without children.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 49 kilometres southwest from Hobart CBD, the Geeveston - Dover Statistical Area (Lv2) encompasses an idyllic landscape in TAS, Australia, recognised for its picturesque coastal setting, lush forests, pristine waterways, and welcoming township communities. Based on AreaSearch analysis, the population reached approximately 4,476 as of Aug 2026, marking an increase of 425 people (10.5%) relative to the 4,051 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This ongoing demographic expansion reflects an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 4,408 reported by the ABS as of June 2025 alongside 210 validated new addresses identified since the Census.
The local socioeconomic environment is characterised by lower-quartile income levels and lower educational attainment, while demographic profiles show an elevated proportion 55 to 64yo and a high concentration of mature and retiree-aged residents, predominantly organised into couples without children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,466 in 2001 and 4,408 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,476 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 16.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 29.6%.
Geeveston - Dover ranks in the 71st percentile nationally for population growth and the 67th for development activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Geeveston - Dover is $404 a week, for the 12 months to Jun 2026 and 15% below Regional Tas..
15% below Regional Tas. on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $404 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Huon - Bruny Island | $468 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, South East | $437 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Tas. | $474 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, TAS | $513 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 34 projects in and around Geeveston - Dover, 10 of them under construction.
The Huon Link Road is a new bypass road around the eastern side of Huonville town centre, connecting the Huon Highway to the Channel Highway via Flood Road. It diverts Cygnet-bound traffic from Main Street, reducing congestion, improving safety and accessibility, and providing a reliable alternative route during floods.
Huon Valley Council plans a 200-place early learning and care centre in Huonville, offering up to 130 long day care places and 70 outside school hours care places. The centre will be built on Department for Education, Children and Young People land adjacent to Huonville Primary School and co-located with the school.
Huon Valley Council is preparing business cases, a master plan and detailed planning for five Huonville precincts: the Huonville Recreational and Educational Precinct, Glen Road Light Industrial Precinct, Huon Link Residential Development Precinct, Activated Foreshore and Mixed Use Precinct, and Hansens Orchard Potential Opportunity Area.
Council-endorsed 20-year plan (2024-2044) to revitalise Margate's Main Street with safer crossings, upgraded streetscapes, accessible public spaces, green links and staged delivery in partnership with the Tasmanian Department of State Growth.
Proposed off-road shared pathway for walking, wheeling and riding between Margate and Huntingfield. The jointly funded feasibility study has been completed and a preferred alignment identified. During 2024-25 preliminary design refinement was undertaken by Transport Services with Kingborough Council.
Government-led subdivision delivering about 460 lots in Kingborough. As of June 2026, construction has begun on the first new homes, with stage 2 lots released for sale as house and land packages. Approximately 15 percent of lots will be kept for social and affordable rental housing, alongside a planned commercial zone and 37.5 ha of open space.
A $50 million next-generation retail precinct in Kingston, Tasmania, developed by Tipalea Partners. It features the largest Coles supermarket in Kingston at 4,200 sqm with drive-through click and collect, Chemist Warehouse's first regional superstore, a medical centre, outdoor dining, and over 15 specialty retailers.
A 115 million dollar high-performance training and administration facility for the Tasmania Devils AFL and AFLW teams at the Kingborough Sports Precinct. The state-of-the-art hub features a full gymnasium, recovery pools, infrared saunas, and an indoor training field.
Purpose-built high performance training centre for the Tasmania JackJumpers NBL team and Tasmania Jewels WNBL team within the Kingborough Sports Precinct.
Proposed redevelopment and expansion of Blackmans Bay Primary School to provide additional contemporary learning environments, upgraded administration facilities and shared school infrastructure to support future enrolment growth.
A residential subdivision referenced in the hills above Blackmans Bay, near Roslyn Avenue and Illawarra Road, an already well-established coastal suburb of Kingborough south of Hobart.
Revitalisation of Kingston's main street along Channel Highway to create a greener, safer and more walkable town centre with upgraded footpaths, crossings, lighting, landscaping, street furniture and art, plus a relocated bus interchange. Road re-opened to two-way traffic in July 2023 with landscaping and activation delivered through late 2023.
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Estimated completion year of the 18 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 3, 2027 4, 2028 3, 2029 1, 2030 3. 8 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 6.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 29 | ABS building approvals | 41st percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Geeveston - Dover SA2 include: Huon Link Road (Completed) and Huonville Reimagined: Crafting a Future Huonville (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Key infrastructure sectors impacting the Geeveston - Dover SA2 include Transport & Logistics and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the Geeveston - Dover SA2, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Geeveston - Dover SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 27th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Geeveston - Dover when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 area has seen 64 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Geeveston - Dover SA2's current population of 4,476 has been supported by 29 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Geeveston - Dover SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 29, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 has grown by approximately 352 people, while 145 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Geeveston - Dover are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,476 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,051 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 425 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 827.81 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Geeveston - Dover SA2 was estimated to be approximately 4,476 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,408 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The geeveston - dover sa2 has added approximately 425 people and shown a 10.49% increase from the 4,051 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is estimated at 5 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (49.5%), Interstate migration (43.5%), Natural increase (7.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 49.5% of overall population gains.
Geeveston - Dover ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 50 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 91st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 48.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 50 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 at 50 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 50 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 50 years as at August 2026, Geeveston - Dover is 5 years older than the Regional Tas. 2021 Census average (45 years) and 12 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 16.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 8.0% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is broadly in line with Regional Tas..
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.2% of the population in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 29.3% of the population in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 6% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $47,444 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $58,701 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,059 | 2021 Census, weekly | 5th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $543 | 2021 Census, weekly | 6th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 8.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,375 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 38.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is approximately $50,343. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $47,444.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is approximately $62,288. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $58,701.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is approximately $50,343 compared to $56,028 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $47,444 and $52,802 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is approximately $62,288 compared to $67,059 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,701 and $63,198 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Geeveston - Dover SA2's households (~29.6% / 489 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 29.6% of households. In comparison, Regional Tas.'s largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 28.5% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is $1,059/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is $1,375/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is $543/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Geeveston - Dover SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $47,444 with the average level standing at $58,701. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $52,802 and $63,198 across Regional Tas. respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $50,343 (median) and $62,288 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is $4,037 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The geeveston - dover sa2's disposable income is $4,037 compared to $4,607 for Regional Tas., based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Geeveston - Dover demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 50.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,842 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,268 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,925 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Geeveston - Dover SA2 has approximately 1,842 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 stands at 4.3%, which is broadly in line with Regional Tas.'s rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (26.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (11.2%), and education & training (8.7%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Geeveston - Dover SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Tas. saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is 50.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional Tas. average of 58.7%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The geeveston - dover sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 26.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.4% across Regional Tas.. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The geeveston - dover sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 6.4% decline, ranking 34th out of 37 regions nationally.
Geeveston - Dover faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 19.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 24.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
19.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 19.3% in Regional Tas..
41.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 43.0% in Regional Tas..
The geeveston - dover sa2 ranks in the 14th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 are: Certificate (28.5%), Bachelor Degree (12.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.4%).
24.2% of the population in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary school, 6.5% in secondary school, 2.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is 911, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Geeveston - Dover SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 325 students.
The geeveston - dover sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Geeveston - Dover features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Tas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.0% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.4% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,651 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,824 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Geeveston - Dover SA2 had 1,651 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.5% to an estimated 1,824 households today.
The average household size in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.3 in Regional Tas. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.0%), group households (3.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,088 family households, couples with children account for 21.7% of all households, couples without children at home 34.4%, and single parent families 9.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Tas., the Geeveston - Dover SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional Tas. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 44.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.8% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 33.8% never married across Regional Tas..
Single-person households represent 31.0% of all households in the Geeveston - Dover SA2, similar to the average for Regional Tas. of 30.1%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.0% of households, slightly above the Regional Tas. average of 2.8%.
Geeveston - Dover is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 16.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.8% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 83.8% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
Geeveston - Dover was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.8% of its population being citizens, 83.8% born in Australia, and 95.9% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Geeveston - Dover, at 39.3% of people, although more residents (58.5%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 0.8% of the population, compared to 0.7% across Regional Tas..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Geeveston - Dover are English, comprising 32.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.4% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 7.4% of Geeveston - Dover (vs 4.1% across Regional Tas.), New Zealand at 0.8% (vs 0.4%) and Hungarian at 0.3% (vs 0.1%).
16.2% of the Geeveston - Dover SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.4% across Regional Tas..
4.1% of the population in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 5.8% in Regional Tas..
7.4% of the Geeveston - Dover SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.1% in Regional Tas..
88.8% of the Geeveston - Dover SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.3% in Regional Tas..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Geeveston - Dover is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 50.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,083 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $280 | 2021 Census, weekly | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Geeveston - Dover SA2, 50.7% of homes are owned outright, 34.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 14.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.6% of dwellings in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 are houses.
In the Geeveston - Dover SA2, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 stands at 50.7%, compared to 41.1% in Regional Tas..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is $1,083, compared to $1,274 in Regional Tas..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is $552, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Geeveston - Dover SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.6% of income on repayments (vs 24.0% in Regional Tas.), while renters spend 26.4% of income on rent (vs 20.4% in Regional Tas.).
The dwelling mix in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 consists of 97.6% detached houses, 0.7% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 1.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Geeveston - Dover consumes approximately 12.1% of median household income ($4,585 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Geeveston - Dover show attached dwellings contributing 25% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 75% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Geeveston - Dover is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 47.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 11th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 60.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 69.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
Around 47.2% of people in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 49.5% in Regional Tas..
In the Geeveston - Dover SA2, 7.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 7.3% of people in Regional Tas. require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional Tas. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.2% of the Geeveston - Dover SA2 population, while in Regional Tas., 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the Geeveston - Dover SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional Tas.,4.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Geeveston - Dover SA2, 47.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Tas. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 49.5%.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 3.7 km away and the nearest GP 3.9 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 34 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 34th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest bank | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 8.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 9.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 24.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 40.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 41.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 55 places in Geeveston - Dover, about 4.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Geeveston - Dover when compared nationally.
Geeveston - Dover has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 27th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Geeveston - Dover is $404 a week for the 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Geeveston - Dover are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Geeveston - Dover ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 6% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Geeveston - Dover demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
Geeveston - Dover faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Geeveston - Dover features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Tas.
Geeveston - Dover is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Geeveston - Dover is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Geeveston - Dover is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport in Geeveston - Dover: transport access 10/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Geeveston - Dover has an estimated 4,476 residents, up 10.5% since the 2021 Census, with 34 projects tracked in the area around Geeveston - Dover.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Geeveston - Dover.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (603021071). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Geeveston - Dover from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Geeveston - Dover with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 10 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 10th percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
