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Kings Meadows - Punchbowl has an estimated 5,038 residents, up 2.0% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Kings Meadows - Punchbowl Statistical Area (Lv2), located 158 kilometres north from Hobart CBD in Tasmania, Australia, had an estimated population of around 5,038 as of Aug 2026. This represents minimal change from the 4,941 people recorded at the 2021 Census; assessment of the latest ABS ERP (Estimated Resident Population) outputs and new addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements. The area shows moderate population expansion, with a median age of 38 and a fairly standard age composition. Its profile includes a notable healthcare employment base, elevated retail trade employment, and a pronounced wholesale trade presence.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl offers affordable housing options, a low average household size, and strong service amenity. Its picturesque landscape and residential community include green parks, local cafes and shops, while public facilities and schools serve residents. The area’s relaxed pace and community setting contribute to its appeal for families and others seeking a quieter place to live.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Kings Meadows - Punchbowl Statistical Area (Lv2), located 158 kilometres north from Hobart CBD in Tasmania, Australia, had an estimated population of around 5,038 as of Aug 2026. This represents minimal change from the 4,941 people recorded at the 2021 Census; assessment of the latest ABS ERP (Estimated Resident Population) outputs and new addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements. The area shows moderate population expansion, with a median age of 38 and a fairly standard age composition. Its profile includes a notable healthcare employment base, elevated retail trade employment, and a pronounced wholesale trade presence.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl offers affordable housing options, a low average household size, and strong service amenity. Its picturesque landscape and residential community include green parks, local cafes and shops, while public facilities and schools serve residents. The area’s relaxed pace and community setting contribute to its appeal for families and others seeking a quieter place to live.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,892 in 2001 and 4,994 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,038 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 16.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.1%.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 78th for amenities.
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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl is $540 a week, up 11.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 14% above Regional Tas..
14% above Regional Tas. on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $540 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Launceston | $516 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Launceston, over 12 months | +13.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Launceston and North East | $499 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Launceston and North East, over 12 months | +12.1% | 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 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Tas., over 12 months | +11.4% | 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 | |
| Change in median rent, TAS, over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl (1 under construction) and 41 more in the surrounding area.
Redevelopment of the Kings Meadows Community Health Centre, including the demolition of the Joan Marshall building and construction of a new 18-bay Renal Health Unit. Supported by a $10 million Australian Government investment, the modern facility will meet growing demand for renal dialysis services in Northern Tasmania.
Construction of a 979 m2 convenience supermarket featuring approximately 720 m2 of sales floor area. The development includes on-site parking for 44 vehicles, professional landscaping, and integrated pedestrian links within the Connector Park precinct.
Proposed IGA supermarket at 10 Dolerite Drive in Connector Park, Kings Meadows. The combined planning scheme amendment and development application seeks to allow a supermarket of up to 1000m2 gross floor area in the Light Industrial Zone, with car parking, landscaping and pedestrian access.
A major residential land release initiative by Homes Tasmania delivering approximately 104 new housing lots on a 10.46 hectare site at Techno Park Drive, Kings Meadows. The Launceston City Council approved the development application in February 2026.
Formalisation and upgrade of an existing informal rest area into a dedicated facility for heavy vehicle drivers to take mandatory rest breaks, check loads, and reduce fatigue. The project is currently finalising design, with construction expected to commence before the end of 2025.
Safety upgrades on the Midland Highway at the Kings Meadows Connector, including extending the southbound off-ramp and installing traffic metering at the Kings Meadows Link roundabout to reduce queuing and rear-end collision risk. Investigations were completed in Dec 2024 and Jan 2025; as of Mar 2025 designs are being finalised and funding options explored.
The Launceston Hospice is a $20 million palliative care facility being delivered within the Launceston General Hospital precinct in South Launceston. It converts the heritage Allambi Building, built in 1921 as an infectious diseases hospital, into a 12-bed hospice and respite facility.
One of Launceston's largest residential subdivisions featuring 216 residential lots on a 21-hectare site. The development includes generous flat blocks with mountain views, restored historic Oakden House homestead, realigned Kings Meadows Rivulet with native waterway parkland, bushland reserves, and walking tracks.
The Launceston General Hospital Redevelopment is a $364 million capital improvement program delivered by the Tasmanian Department of Health. Guided by the LGH Precinct Masterplan, the multi-stage initiative includes the new Northern Health Complex, expanded Emergency Department, Northern Heart Centre, and a multi-storey carpark with helipad.
Residential development offering 78 homes and units with 2-4 bedroom options, featuring premium finishes, European appliances, ducted heating and cooling, and stone bench tops. Units start at $560,000 while houses start at $900,000.
The Northern Heart Centre is a $120 million cardiac facility at Launceston General Hospital, fully funded by the Australian Government. The three-storey building on the hospital's Frankland Street side will provide a 24-bed cardiac inpatient unit, two cardiac catheterisation laboratories, echocardiogram and outpatient rooms.
Redevelopment of the existing Youngtown IGA supermarket including a new Bottle-O liquor store tenancy, upgraded shopfront and entry, electronic promotional signage, internal reconfiguration and parking improvements including accessible parking.
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 9, 2027 10, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 1. 12 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 3.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 18 | ABS building approvals | 30th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 include: Kings Meadows Community Health Centre Redevelopment (Construction); Kings Meadows Land Release (Approved); Kings Meadows Heavy Vehicle Driver Rest Area (Planning); Kings Meadows IGA Supermarket (Approved); and Baxter's IGA Kings Meadows (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Retail, and Health & Medical, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 19th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 area has seen 39 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2's current population of 5,038 has been supported by 18 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 18, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 has grown by approximately 52 people, while 92 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl 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 | 5,038 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 875 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 49th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,941 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 97 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.76 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,038 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,995 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The kings meadows - punchbowl sa2 has added approximately 97 people and shown a 1.96% increase from the 4,941 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is estimated at 875 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.7% per annum.
Population growth in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.5% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.7% | 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 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Kings Meadows - Punchbowl is 7 years younger than the Regional Tas. 2021 Census average (45 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 16.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 9.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional Tas.. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (16.6% vs 11.4%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.5% of the population in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.9% of the population in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,998 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,014 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,298 | 2021 Census, weekly | 20th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $719 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,703 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 30.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is approximately $61,542. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,998.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is approximately $72,170. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,014.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is approximately $61,542 compared to $56,028 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,998 and $52,802 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is approximately $72,170 compared to $67,059 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,014 and $63,198 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2's households (~30.1% / 611 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.1% 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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is $1,298/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is $1,703/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is $719/wk.
The Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $57,998 and an average of $68,014 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is below the national average, contrasting with Regional Tas.'s median income of $52,802 and average income of $63,198. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,542 (median) and $72,170 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is $4,705 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The kings meadows - punchbowl sa2's disposable income is $4,705 compared to $4,607 for Regional Tas., based on AreaSearch analysis.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,495 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,523 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,612 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 has approximately 2,495 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.5%. 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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 stands at 4.5%, 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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (21.1% of employment), retail trade (12.2%), and construction (8.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is 63.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Tas. average of 58.7%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Tas..
The kings meadows - punchbowl sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 21.1% of the local workforce compared to 16.5% across Regional Tas.. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The kings meadows - punchbowl 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 experienced 2.4% growth, ranking 16th out of 37 regions nationally.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl 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 | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 21.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 43.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
21.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 19.3% in Regional Tas..
43.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 43.0% in Regional Tas..
The kings meadows - punchbowl sa2 ranks in the 23th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 are: Certificate (26.1%), Bachelor Degree (15.3%), Advanced Diploma (8.9%).
27.9% of the population in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.4% in primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, 4.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is 954, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 575 students.
The kings meadows - punchbowl sa2 includes 1 secondary school.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few family households, with an average household size in line with Regional Tas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,027 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,067 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.6% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 had 2,027 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.0% to an estimated 2,067 households today.
The average household size in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.3 in Regional Tas. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 64.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.8%), group households (3.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,309 family households, couples with children account for 23.5% of all households, couples without children at home 25.1%, and single parent families 14.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Tas., the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly below the Regional Tas. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 39.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.7% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 33.8% never married across Regional Tas..
Single-person households represent 31.8% of all households in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl 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 3.8% of households, above the Regional Tas. average of 2.8%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 90.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.7% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 84.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.7% of its population being citizens, 84.8% born in Australia, and 90.4% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl, at 40.3% of people, although more residents (53.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Tas..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl are English, comprising 33.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 31.7% of the population, and Irish, comprising 7.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 1.8% of Kings Meadows - Punchbowl (vs 1.7% across Regional Tas.), Australian Aboriginal at 2.4% (vs 4.1%) and Sri Lankan at 0.2% (vs 0.1%).
15.2% of the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.4% across Regional Tas..
9.6% of the population in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 5.8% in Regional Tas..
2.4% of the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.1% in Regional Tas..
88.7% of the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.3% in Regional Tas..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Tas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 35.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 84.0% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,300 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 18th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.0% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $306 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 74th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2, 29.9% of homes are owned outright, 35.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 35.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 84.0% of dwellings in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 are houses.
In the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2, 10.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 stands at 29.9%, compared to 41.1% in Regional Tas..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is $1,300, compared to $1,274 in Regional Tas..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is $919, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.1% of income on repayments (vs 24.0% in Regional Tas.), while renters spend 23.6% of income on rent (vs 20.4% in Regional Tas.).
The dwelling mix in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 consists of 84.0% detached houses, 5.3% semi-detached dwellings, 10.5% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl consumes approximately 16.3% of median household income ($5,620 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 16% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 84% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 63.3% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
Around 51.7% of people in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 49.5% in Regional Tas..
In the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2, 8.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 7.3% of people in Regional Tas. require similar assistance.
8.7% of people in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional Tas. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.4% of the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 population, while in Regional Tas., 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional Tas.,4.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2, 51.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Tas. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 49.5%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 87 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 87th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 25 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 6,739 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 200 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 86 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 25 public transport stops within the Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2.
The Kings Meadows - Punchbowl SA2 has 6,739 weekly trips across 86 routes, averaging 962 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 212 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest pharmacy is 664 m away and the nearest GP 690 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 25 stops nearby, 6,739 weekly trips, access rating 87 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 78 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 78th percentile nationally |
| Nearest pharmacy | 664 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 681 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 690 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 694 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest bank | 751 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 774 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 831 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 835 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl is $540 a week, +11.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few family households, with an average household size in line with Regional Tas.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Tas.
Health performance in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Kings Meadows - Punchbowl has an estimated 5,038 residents, up 2.0% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Kings Meadows - Punchbowl.
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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. 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 (602011037). 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), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl 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 Kings Meadows - Punchbowl with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
