Kingston - Huntingfield

Kingston - Huntingfield lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Kingston - Huntingfield's population is around 15,427 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,954 people (14.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,473 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 14,302 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 419 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 249 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Kingston - Huntingfield's 14.5% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (4.9%) and Greater Hobart, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 66.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth by age group in the years post-2032, the Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking at population projections moving forward, an above-median population growth of statistical areas across the nation is projected, with the area expected to increase by 3,181 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, recording a gain of 13.3% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Kingston - Huntingfield when compared nationally

Kingston - Huntingfield has averaged around 88 new dwelling approvals each year, with 444 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 58 so far in FY-26. Given an average of 3.2 new residents per year arriving per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand significantly exceeds new supply, which usually results in price growth and increased buyer competition, while new dwellings are developed at an average cost of $224,000. Additionally, $9.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, supporting the area's residential character.

Compared to Greater Hobart, Kingston - Huntingfield shows 58.0% higher new home approvals (per person), creating greater choice for buyers, though development activity has moderated in recent periods. Recent construction comprises 54.0% standalone homes and 46.0% medium and high-density housing, with a growing mix of townhouses and apartments providing options across different price points, from family homes to more affordable compact living. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing (currently 90.0% houses), indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. The estimated count of 450 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment.

Looking ahead, Kingston - Huntingfield is expected to grow by 2,056 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). 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 - Huntingfield has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 11thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 19 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the JackJumpers High Performance Training Centre, Tasmania Devils AFL High Performance Centre, Kings Quarter, and the Kingston Bypass Duplication and Algona Road Roundabout Upgrade, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The employment environment in Kingston - Huntingfield shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Kingston - Huntingfield has a well-educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of just 2.9%, and relative employment stability over the past year. As of December 2025, 7,466 residents are in work, while the unemployment rate is 1.2% below Greater Hobart's rate of 4.0%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Hobart's 64.0%. Based on Census responses, a low 9.8% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. Conversely, health care & social assistance shows lower representation at 15.9% versus the regional average of 17.3%. While local employment opportunities exist in the area, it appears many residents commute elsewhere for work, based on the count of Census working population to local population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 0.0% while the labour force decreased by 0.1%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. By comparison, Greater Hobart recorded employment growth of 0.1%, labour force decline of 0.1%, with unemployment falling 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Kingston - Huntingfield. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Kingston - Huntingfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Kingston - Huntingfield SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $53,995 and an average of $62,871 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. This is lower than average on a national basis, contrasting with Greater Hobart's median income of $54,577 and average income of $65,190. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.6% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $59,179 (median) and $68,907 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Kingston - Huntingfield, between the 38th and 39th percentiles. Distribution data shows the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 33.8% of the community (5,214 individuals), consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 32.2% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 39th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Kingston - Huntingfield is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure within Kingston - Huntingfield, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 89.7% houses and 10.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Hobart metro's 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Kingston - Huntingfield was in line with that of Hobart metro, at 34.1%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (37.1%) or rented (28.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Hobart metro average at $1,626, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $380, compared to Hobart metro's $1,517 and $350. Nationally, Kingston - Huntingfield's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.

Kingston - Huntingfield has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 69.8% of all households, comprising 29.2% couples with children, 27.2% couples without children, and 12.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 30.2%, with lone person households at 26.3% and group households comprising 3.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 people is larger than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.

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

Educational attainment in Kingston - Huntingfield significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 36.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 25.5% in TAS and 30.4% in Australia. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 21.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 30.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (20.4%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.6% of residents aged 15+ currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.6% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 5.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 58 active transport stops operating within Kingston - Huntingfield, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 118 individual routes, collectively providing 8,177 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 437 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 86%, with 9% by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling. A relatively low 9.8% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 1,168 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 140 weekly trips per individual stop.

Kingston - Huntingfield's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Kingston - Huntingfield's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions among the general population is typical, though higher than the national average among older cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~7,775 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 10.2% and 9.2% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 67.2% of residents declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 18.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,904 people), which is lower than the 19.9% in Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Kingston - Huntingfield was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kingston - Huntingfield was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 26.2% of its population born overseas and 18.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Kingston - Huntingfield is Christianity, which makes up 41.7% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 2.2% of the population, compared to 2.8% across Greater Hobart.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Kingston - Huntingfield are English, comprising 29.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 25.7% of the population, and Irish, comprising 7.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 3.2% of the population (vs 1.5% regionally), Korean at 0.6% (vs 0.2%) and Chinese at 6.3% (vs 2.7%).

Kingston - Huntingfield's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The 36-year median age in Kingston - Huntingfield is modestly under Greater Hobart's average of 39 and also modestly under the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Hobart, Kingston - Huntingfield has a higher concentration of 35 - 44 residents (16.4%) but fewer 55 - 64 year-olds (9.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 13.9% to 16.4% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 5.9% to 7.4%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 17.7% to 15.8%. By 2041, Kingston - Huntingfield is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. Leading the demographic shift, the 45 to 54 group will grow by 67% (1,148 people), reaching 2,875 from 1,726. Meanwhile, both the 65 to 74 and 35 to 44 age groups will see reduced numbers.