Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's population is approximately 11,481 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 430 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,051. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 11,354 in June 2024 and an additional 101 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 515 persons per square kilometer. Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's 3.9% growth since census is within 1.0 percentage points of the SA4 region (4.9%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. The population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 76.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth by age group post-2032, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021, using a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends suggest an increase just below the national median areas' average, with an expected expansion of 502 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 3.3% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay averaged approximately 34 new dwelling approvals annually from FY-21 to FY-25, totaling 174 homes. In FY-26, 3 approvals have been recorded so far. Over the past five years, an average of 1.4 people moved to the area per dwelling built.

The average construction cost value of new homes was $312,000. This year, commercial development approvals amounted to $1.2 million. Compared to Greater Hobart, Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has about three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks in the 38th percentile nationally for buyer options. Development has been limited to standalone homes, maintaining the area's low-density character with a focus on family properties.

There were an estimated 444 people per dwelling approval as of FY-25. By 2041, the population is projected to grow by 375 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand.

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 17thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Illawarra Rise Estate, Blackmans Bay Primary School Redevelopment and Expansion (completed in June 2021), Kings Quarter (Kingston Park Masterplan), and Blackmans Bay Central Masterplan Redevelopment (commenced in July 2020). The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment environment in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has a well-educated workforce with an unemployment rate of 2.4% as of September 2025. This is lower than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.0%. The area has 5,934 residents in work and a workforce participation rate on par with Greater Hobart at 63.8%.

According to Census responses, 12.6% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. The area specializes in education & training, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Retail trade shows lower representation at 7.7%.

Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. In the 12 months prior, labour force decreased by 0.9% and employment by 0.8%, keeping unemployment relatively stable. Greater Hobart experienced employment decline of 0.7% and labour force decline of 0.9%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.9% over ten years for Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay, based on its employment mix.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

The Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $55,212 and an average income of $67,898 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is roughly national average, differing from Greater Hobart's median income of $54,577 and average income of $65,190. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $60,512 and an average income of around $74,416, based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.6% since financial year 2023. As per the 2021 Census, incomes in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. The largest income segment comprises 32.5%, with residents earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly (3,731 residents), similar to the regional figure of 32.2%. After housing costs, residents retain 87.7% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 91.1% houses and 9.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Hobart metro's 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay was 44.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.9% and rented ones at 20.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,685, higher than Hobart metro's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in the area was $400, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's mortgage repayments were lower than Australia's average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 73.8% of all households, including 31.2% couples with children, 31.4% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.2%, with lone person households at 23.3% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is larger than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.

The educational profile of Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has a higher proportion of residents aged 15 and above with university qualifications compared to Tasmania (25.5%) and Australia (30.4%). Specifically, 38.6% of its residents have such qualifications. The area's educational attainment is particularly notable for bachelor degrees, which are held by 23.5% of residents aged 15 and above. Postgraduate qualifications are held by 10.6%, and graduate diplomas by 4.5%.

Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 30.1% of residents possessing them. Advanced diplomas account for 10.7%, while certificates make up 19.4%. Educational participation is high in the area, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has 62 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are used by 144 individual routes, facilitating 11,354 weekly passenger trips in total. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents on average living 340 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily due to its residential nature. Car remains the primary mode of transportation, used by 88% of residents, while bus usage stands at 8%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 12.6% of residents work from home, which might be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 1,622 trips per day, equating to approximately 183 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay shows superior health outcomes based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Prevalence of common health conditions is low across both younger and older age groups, with arthritis affecting 10.0% and mental health issues impacting 9.1% of residents. Approximately 63.5% of the population (~6,039 people) has private health cover, slightly higher than the average SA2 area's rate. Around 66.0% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart. The working-age population's health outcomes are generally typical. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 25.5%, with 2,929 people, compared to Greater Hobart's 19.9%. Seniors' health outcomes are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kingston Beach-Blackmans Bay's population is culturally diverse, with 78.0% born in Australia, 89.4% being citizens, and 89.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominates the religious landscape here, accounting for 43.9%. Judaism, however, is slightly overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to Greater Hobart's 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (32.7%), Australian (24.9%), and Irish (8.9%). Notably, Dutch (3.2%) South African (0.8%), and Scottish (8.6%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 1.5%, 0.2%, and 7.0% respectively.

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay is 43 years, significantly higher than Greater Hobart's average of 39 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Hobart, Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (13.9%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.4%). According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 75-84 grew from 6.9% to 8.8%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 decreased from 10.9% to 9.4%, and the 5-14 age group dropped from 12.2% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's age structure. The 45-54 age group is expected to grow by 43%, reaching 2,078 people from 1,452. Conversely, the 65-74 and 0-4 age groups are projected to experience population declines.