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 is around 7,949 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 119 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,830 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 7,867 in June 2024 and an additional 81 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 993 persons per square kilometer. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 77.6% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Anticipating future population dynamics, the area is expected to increase by 774 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 8.7% in total over the 17 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 granted development approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, 65 homes were approved, with a further 11 approved in FY26 as of present. On average, 2.3 people moved to the area per 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 value of $248,000. This financial year has seen $200,000 in commercial approvals, indicating a primarily residential focus. Compared to Greater Hobart, Lindisfarne - Rose Bay shows significantly reduced construction activity, with 73.0% fewer constructions per person than the regional average. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. The area's construction activity is also below the national average, suggesting its established nature and potential planning limitations.

Recent building activity has consisted solely of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes. As of now, there are approximately 1146 people per dwelling approval in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay, indicating an established market. Population forecasts suggest that the area will gain 692 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. 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 7thth percentile nationally

No infrastructure changes have been identified in this area by AreaSearch. Key projects potentially impacting the region are Macquarie Point Stadium, Clarence City Heart Plan, Hobart City Deal, and Northern Suburbs Transit Corridor (NSTC).

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Employment performance in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. As of September 2025, 3749 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.9% lower than Greater Hobart's 4.0%.

Workforce participation stands at 56.8%, compared to Greater Hobart's 63.8%. Census data shows that 8.3% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. The area specializes in public administration & safety with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level, but has limited construction employment at 7.6%, compared to the regional average of 8.7%.

The residential nature of the area suggests limited local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the labour force decreased by 0.9% and employment declined by 0.8%, keeping unemployment relatively stable. In comparison, Greater Hobart saw an employment decline of 0.7% and a labour force decrease of 0.9%, with unemployment falling by 0.2%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national growth rates 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, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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 financial year 2023. These figures are comparable to Greater Hobart's median income of $54,577 and average income of $65,190 during the same period. Based on a 9.6% increase from Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $61,219 (median) and $73,565 (average). 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 (2,527 individuals), similar to the broader metropolitan region's 32.2%. After housing costs, 86.1% of income remains for other expenses. 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

Lindisfarne-Rose Bay's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 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. Home ownership in Lindisfarne-Rose Bay stood at 42.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.4% and rented ones at 23.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,620, higher than Hobart metro's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Lindisfarne-Rose Bay was $400, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, Lindisfarne-Rose Bay's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,620 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were higher at $400 compared to 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 constitute 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 at 30.4% and group households comprising 3.5%. The median household size is 2.3 people, 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 significantly higher than broader benchmarks. As of the latest data, 36.5% of residents aged 15 years and over hold university qualifications, compared to 25.5% in Tasmania (TAS) and 28.9% in the smaller area (SA3). The most common university qualification is a Bachelor degree, held by 22.4% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 9.9%, and graduate diplomas at 4.2%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.3% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such qualifications.

Advanced diplomas account for 10.9%, while certificates make up 18.4% of these credentials. Educational participation is notably high in the area, 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 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are used by 121 individual routes, providing 9,602 weekly passenger trips in total. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 207 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. In this primarily residential area, car remains the dominant mode of transport at 86%, while bus usage stands at 9%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 8.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 1,371 trips per day across all routes, 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 of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 53% (~4,181 people) have private health cover, slightly higher than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (12.2%) and mental health issues (9.8%). In contrast, 61.5% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are generally typical. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 29.6% (2,349 people), compared to Greater Hobart's 19.9%. While health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, they align with national rankings for 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's cultural diversity is roughly in line with the wider region's average. As of 2016, 86.2% of its population are Australian citizens, born locally at a rate of 80.7%, and speaking English at home exclusively at 88.3%. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 44.1% of residents.

Notably, Hinduism is overrepresented compared to Greater Hobart, comprising 3.1% vs 2.8%. The top three ancestry groups are English (34.4%), Australian (27.8%), and Irish (9.3%). Other ethnic groups with notable divergences include Hungarian at 0.3% (regional average: 0.2%), Korean at 0.3% (vs regional 0.2%), and Scottish at 7.9% (vs regional 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. The age profile indicates that those aged 85 and above are notably prominent at 6.2%, while individuals aged 25 to 34 make up a smaller proportion (13.3%) compared to Greater Hobart. According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 15 to 24 has increased from 8.5% to 9.6%. Conversely, the percentage of those aged 85 and above has decreased from 7.3% to 6.2%. By 2041, demographic projections suggest significant shifts in Lindisfarne-Rose Bay's age structure. Notably, the 45 to 54 age group is expected to grow by 44%, reaching a total of 1,154 people from 800. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 0 to 4 and 25 to 34.