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 11,369 as of May 2026. This shows an increase of 318 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,051. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 11,344 in June 2025 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 510 persons per square kilometer. Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's growth rate of 2.9% since the census is within 1.0 percentage points of its SA4 region (3.9%). Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 84.7% of overall population gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and post-2032 growth by age group, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Future trends suggest a population increase just below the national median to 2041, with an expected expansion of 501 persons reflecting a total increase of 4.2% over the 16 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 per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25174 homes were approved, with an additional 7 approved in FY-26. On average, 1.4 people moved to the area annually for each dwelling built over these five years.

This suggests a balanced supply and demand, maintaining stable market conditions. The average construction cost value of new homes was $312,000. In FY-26, $1.2 million in commercial development approvals were recorded, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Hobart, Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay had around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person as of FY-25.

Nationally, it ranked at the 38th percentile for areas assessed, suggesting limited buyer options but strengthening demand for established properties. This lower activity reflects market maturity and possible development constraints. Recent development in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has consisted entirely of standalone homes, maintaining its traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. As of FY-25, the estimated population per dwelling approval was 444 people. Looking ahead, AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay to grow by 476 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 12thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 15 projects that could impact this region. Key projects are Illawarra Rise Estate, Blackmans Bay Primary School Redevelopment and Expansion (scheduled for completion in July 2023), Kings Quarter (Kingston Park Masterplan), and Blackmans Bay Central Masterplan Redevelopment (commencing Q4 2022). The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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The labour market in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors being well represented. The unemployment rate was 2.4% as of December 2025, which is lower than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.0%. Employment stability in the area has been relative over the past year.

There are 5,946 residents currently employed. Workforce participation is on par with Greater Hobart at 63.7%. According to Census responses, only 12.6% of residents work from home. The dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety.

There is particular specialization in education & training, with an employment share that is 1.3 times the regional level. Retail trade shows lower representation at 7.7%, compared to the regional average of 9.6%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, labour force decreased by 0.1% and employment decreased by 0.1%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Hobart experienced employment growth of 0.1% and labour force decline of 0.1%, with a drop of 0.2 percentage points in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, according to a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $55,212 and an average of $67,898 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is approximately average nationally, contrasting with Greater Hobart's median income of $54,577 and average income of $65,190. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $61,258 (median) and $75,333 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. Looking at income distribution, the largest segment comprises 32.5% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (3,694 residents), aligning with the region where this cohort likewise represents 32.2%. After housing costs, residents retain 87.7% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power and 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 dwellings, as per the latest Census (2016), were 91.1% houses and 9.0% other dwellings. Hobart metro had 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 at 20.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,685, higher than Hobart metro's $1,517. Median weekly rent was $400, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, mortgage repayments averaged $1,863 and rents were $375.

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

Family households account for 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 make up 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, 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 with university qualifications than Tasmania and Australia as a whole. Specifically, 38.6% of its residents aged 15 and above have university qualifications, compared to 25.5% in Tasmania and 30.4% nationwide. This is due to a significant number holding bachelor degrees (23.5%), postgraduate qualifications (10.6%), and graduate diplomas (4.5%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 30.1% of residents aged 15 and above possessing them.

This includes advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (19.4%). The area's educational participation is notably high, with 27.7% of its residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (9.5%), secondary education (7.8%), and tertiary education (5.0%).

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. Transport accessibility is considered good, with residents on average located 340 meters from the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with most commuters traveling outwards daily. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 88% of residents, while buses account for 8%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 12.6% of residents work from home, a figure that might be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 1,622 trips per day, equating to around 183 weekly trips per 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 according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The prevalence of common health conditions is notably low across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 53% (~5,980 people) have private health cover, slightly higher than the average SA2 area. Arthritis and mental health issues are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 10.0 and 9.1% of residents respectively. About 66.0% declare themselves completely free from medical ailments, compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are largely typical. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 25.2%, with approximately 2,867 people, compared to the 20.0% in Greater Hobart. Senior 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 cultural diversity aligns with the wider region's average, with 78.0% born in Australia, 89.4% being citizens, and 89.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominates religion here, comprising 43.9%. Notably, Judaism is slightly overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to the regional average of 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (32.7%), Australian (24.9%), and Irish (8.9%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Dutch (3.2% vs regional 1.5%), South Australian (0.8% vs 0.2%), and Scottish (8.6% vs 7.0%) are overrepresented in Kingston Beach-Blackmans Bay.

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

The median age in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay is 43 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Hobart's average of 39 years. It is also considerably older than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Hobart, Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (13.6%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.6%). According to the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group increased from 6.9% to 8.8% of the population, while the 25-34 cohort decreased from 10.9% to 9.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Kingston Beach - Blackmans Bay's age structure. The 45-54 group is expected to grow by 44%, reaching 2,096 people from 1,452. Conversely, the 65-74 and 0-4 age groups are projected to experience population declines.