Lindisfarne - Rose Bay

Population growth drivers in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay's population was 7,830 according to the 2021 Census. By May 2026, it decreased by 3 people to around 7,827. This decrease is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 7,804 in June 2025 and an additional 85 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density was approximately 978 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed about 65.2% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 were used, adjusted employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future projections anticipate a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation. By 2041, Lindisfarne - Rose Bay is expected to increase by 694 persons based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 8.6% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay has seen approximately 13 dwellings receiving development approval each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 65 homes were approved, with an additional 12 approved so far in FY26. On average, around 2.3 people per year have moved into the area for each new home constructed over these five years, reflecting strong demand that supports property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $248,000. This financial year has seen $200,000 in commercial approvals, indicating a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Hobart, Lindisfarne - Rose Bay shows significantly reduced construction activity, with 73.0% fewer approvals per person, which generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. This activity is also below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. Recent building activity has consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes.

The location currently has approximately 1146 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Lindisfarne - Rose Bay is forecasted to gain 671 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 3rdth percentile nationally

No infrastructure changes or major projects have been identified by AreaSearch that could impact the area. Among the key projects are Macquarie Point Stadium, Clarence City Heart Plan, Hobart City Deal, and Northern Suburbs Transit Corridor (NSTC). The following details those considered most relevant:.

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Employment conditions in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Lindisfarne-Rose Bay, as of December 2025, has an unemployment rate of 2.0%. This is 2.1% lower than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.0%. The workforce participation rate in Lindisfarne-Rose Bay is 57.2%, compared to Greater Hobart's 63.7%.

Census data shows that 8.3% of residents work from home. The dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. Public administration & safety has a particularly strong presence, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level. Construction, however, has limited presence at 7.6%, compared to the regional average of 8.7%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.2% while labour force decreased by 0.1%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Hobart recorded employment growth of 0.1%, labour force decline of 0.1%, with unemployment falling by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Lindisfarne-Rose Bay's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years.

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

The Lindisfarne - Rose Bay SA2's median income among taxpayers was $55,857 and average income stood at $67,121 in the financial year 2023. These figures are comparable to Greater Hobart's median income of $54,577 and average income of $65,190 for the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $61,973 and an average income of around $74,471 as of March 2026. Census data shows that household, family and personal incomes in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay rank modestly between the 40th and 55th percentiles. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 captures 31.8% of the community (2,488 individuals), which is consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 32.2% in the same category. After housing costs, 86.1% of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay, as per the latest Census, was 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Hobart metro's 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay was 42.7%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (33.4%) or rented (23.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,620, higher than Hobart metro's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $400, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, Lindisfarne - Rose Bay's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 66.2% of all households, including 23.2% couples with children, 32.1% couples without children, and 9.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 33.8%, with lone person households making up 30.4% and group households comprising 3.5%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

Educational attainment in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay is notable, with 36.5% of residents aged 15 years and over holding university qualifications, compared to 25.5% in Tasmania and 28.9% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 9.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.2%. Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 29.3% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 18.4%. Educational participation is high in the area, with 25.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 8.4% in primary education, 5.5% in secondary education, and 5.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.4% in primary education, 5.5% in secondary education, and 5.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay has 50 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 121 unique routes that facilitate a total of 9,602 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is deemed good, with an average distance of 207 meters between residents and their nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 86% of residents, while buses account for 9%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling in the area.

According to the 2021 Census, only 8.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, an average of 1,371 trips is made daily, equating to approximately 192 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is higher than average at approximately 53% of the total population (~4,117 people). The most common medical conditions are arthritis (12.2%) and mental health issues (9.8%). Conversely, 61.5% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are generally typical. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 29.4%, compared to 20.0% in Greater Hobart. Senior health outcomes present some challenges, with national rankings largely in line with the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Lindisfarne - Rose 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

Lindisfarne-Rose Bay, in terms of cultural diversity, is roughly similar to the wider region's average. It has 86.2% citizens, 80.7% born in Australia, and 88.3% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, making up 44.1%.

Hinduism, however, is overrepresented at 3.1%, compared to the regional average of 2.8%. The top three ancestry groups are English (34.4%), Australian (27.8%), and Irish (9.3%). Notably, Hungarian (0.3%) and Korean (0.3%) are also overrepresented in Lindisfarne-Rose Bay compared to the region's averages of 0.2% each. Scottish ancestry is slightly higher at 7.9%, compared to the regional average of 7.0%.

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay has a median age of 47, which is higher than Greater Hobart's figure of 39 and also above the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 85 and over comprise 6.5% of the population, while the 25 to 34 age group makes up only 13.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 11.2% to 12.5%, and the 15 to 24 cohort has risen from 8.5% to 9.8%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 age group has decreased from 12.1% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay's age structure. The 45 to 54 age group is expected to grow by 44%, reaching 1,138 people from the current figure of 789. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 years.