Lindisfarne - Rose Bay
Statistical Area - sa2

Population growth drivers in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Lindisfarne - Rose Bay's population is around 7,931 as of Aug 2025. This reflects an increase of 101 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 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 78 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 991 persons per square kilometer. Lindisfarne - Rose Bay's growth rate of 1.3% since census positions it within 2.9 percentage points of the SA4 region (4.2%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area 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 by this data and to estimate growth by age group post-2032, 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, based on latest population numbers, the area is expected to increase by 774 persons to 2041, with an overall increase of 8.9% 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 received approximately 13 dwelling approvals each year. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides development approval data on a financial year basis, with 65 homes approved over the past five years from FY-21 to FY-25, and four more in FY-26. On average, around 2.3 new residents have been added annually for each dwelling over these five years, indicating steady demand that supports property values. New homes are being constructed at an average cost of $531,000, which is higher than regional norms due to quality-focused development.

This financial year has seen $200,000 in commercial development approvals, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Hobart, Lindisfarne - Rose Bay shows significantly reduced construction levels, with 73.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. This activity is also under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

The location has approximately 1146 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. Population forecasts indicate Lindisfarne - Rose Bay will gain 710 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 10thth percentile nationally

No changes can significantly affect a region's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Northern Suburbs Transit Corridor (NSTC), Clarence City Heart Plan, Hobart City Deal, and Greater Hobart Urban Growth Boundary Extension, with the following list outlining those most relevant.

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

Lindisfarne - Rose Bay had an unemployment rate of 2.3% as of June 2025. It had 3,740 residents in work at that time, with an unemployment rate 1.9% lower than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.1%.

The workforce participation was 54.7%, compared to Greater Hobart's 61.6%. The dominant employment sectors were health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. Public administration & safety had a particularly high share of employment at 1.2 times the regional level, while construction had a limited presence with 7.6% compared to the regional 8.7%. During the year to June 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.6%, and employment declined by 1.8%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points.

By comparison, Greater Hobart recorded an employment decline of 1.5% and a labour force decline of 1.6%, with unemployment falling by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data from Sep-25 showed Tasmania's employment grew by 0.77% year-on-year, adding 1,170 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May 2025 projected national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Lindisfarne - Rose Bay's employment mix suggested local growth of approximately 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, based on 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

Lindisfarne-Rose Bay's median income among taxpayers was $52,736 and average income stood at $64,359 in the financial year 2022. These figures compare to Greater Hobart's median of $51,272 and average of $63,777 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.94% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes for March 2025 would be approximately $59,033 (median) and $72,043 (average). Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes rank modestly in Lindisfarne-Rose Bay, between the 41st and 56th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 31.8% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually. After housing expenses, 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 dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Hobart metro's 93.4% houses and 6.6% 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 $1,538. 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 account for 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 make up 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, 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

In Lindisfarne-Rose Bay, educational attainment exceeds broader benchmarks significantly. Among residents aged 15+, 36.5% hold university qualifications compared to 25.5% in Tasmania (TAS) and 28.9% in the surrounding Statistical Area Level 3 (SA3). Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 22.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.9%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 18.4%.

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. Lindisfarne-Rose Bay has three schools with a combined enrollment reaching 1,168 students. The area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1025) with balanced educational opportunities. Education provision is balanced with two primary schools and one secondary school serving distinct age groups.

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

Lindisfarne-Rose Bay has 51 active public transport stops, all offering bus services. These stops are served by 84 different routes, facilitating a total of 9,260 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically living 207 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 1,322 daily trips across all routes, equating to around 181 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, as indicated by its health data.

The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~4,116 people), slightly higher than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 12.2 and 9.8% of residents respectively. Conversely, 61.5% of residents reported having no medical ailments, compared to 64.2% across Greater Hobart. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 29.3%, or 2,326 people, compared to 21.8% in Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, largely mirroring the general population's health profile.

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 aligns with the wider region, with 86.2% citizens, 80.7% born in Australia, and 88.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, at 44.1%. Hinduism is overrepresented, comprising 3.1%, compared to 1.9% regionally.

The top three ancestry groups are English (34.4%), Australian (27.8%), and Irish (9.3%). Notably, Hungarian (0.3% vs 0.2%), Korean (0.3% vs 0.2%), and Scottish (7.9% vs 7.3%) are also overrepresented.

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

The median age of Lindisfarne - Rose Bay is 47, which is higher than Greater Hobart's figure of 39 and also above the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 85 and over comprise 6.3%, while those aged 15 to 24 make up 9.3%. According to the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 8.5% to 9.3%, while the 85 and over cohort has decreased from 7.3% to 6.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Lindisfarne - Rose Bay's age structure. The 45 to 54 age group is projected to grow by 44%, reaching 1,154 people from the current 799. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 0 to 4 and 5 to 14.