Longford

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

Longford's population is approximately 4,937 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 509 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,428. The change can be inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,643 in June 2024 and an additional 146 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 22 persons per square kilometer. Longford's growth rate of 11.5% since the 2021 census exceeds both the state average (5.3%) and the SA4 region, indicating it is a growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. 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, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Future population trends anticipate lower quartile growth for Australia's regional areas, with Longford expected to grow by 224 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a decline of 1.4% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Longford when compared nationally

Longford has recorded approximately 38 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 191 homes were approved, with an additional 50 approved so far in FY-26. On average, about 1.9 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these five years, indicating balanced supply and demand conditions. This figure has eased to 1.2 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, reflecting improved supply availability.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $248,000. In FY-26, $7.7 million in commercial approvals have been registered, demonstrating Longford's primarily residential character. Compared to the Rest of Tas., Longford has slightly more development, with 17.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period, offering reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand.

All new construction has consisted of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character and appealing to those seeking family homes with space. The location has approximately 128 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market. With population expected to remain stable or decline, Longford should see reduced pressure on housing in the future, potentially presenting opportunities for buyers.

Longford has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 16thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 16 projects potentially affecting this region. Notable ones are Longford Child and Family Learning Centre, Longford Ambulance Station, Longford Expansion Strategy & Longford Racecourse precinct master plan, Skyeview Estate. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Longford presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.1%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Longford's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors well-represented. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate stands at 3.1%. In this month, 2,181 residents are employed, a figure that is 0.7% below Rest of Tas.'s unemployment rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Longford mirrors Rest of Tas.'s 58.6%. According to Census responses, only 8.4% of residents work from home. Key industries employing Longford residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Manufacturing is particularly prominent, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, education & training employs just 6.3% of local workers, below Rest of Tas.'s 8.8%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Longford's labour force decreased by 2.5%, with employment declining by a similar percentage, keeping unemployment relatively stable at around 3.1%. This contrasts with Rest of Tas., where employment rose by 0.7% and unemployment fell slightly. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Longford's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localised population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The Longford SA2's median income among taxpayers was $51,534 in financial year 2023, according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. The average income stood at $58,883 during this period. In comparison, Rest of Tas.'s median and average incomes were $49,689 and $59,358 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.6% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Longford's median and average incomes would be approximately $56,481 and $64,536 as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Longford all fell between the 14th and 21st percentiles nationally. The income analysis revealed that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominated with 29.4% of residents (1,451 people), aligning with the region where this cohort likewise represented 28.5%. After housing costs, 86.1% of income remained, though this ranked at only the 17th percentile nationally.

Longford is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Longford's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 86.2% houses and 13.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s 86.9% houses and 13.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Longford stood at 40.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.9% and rented ones at 25.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, higher than Non-Metro Tas.'s average of $1,274, while the median weekly rent figure was $260, compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s $250. Nationally, Longford's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,863 and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Longford has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households comprise 67.4% of all households, including 23.1% couples with children, 31.8% couples without children, and 11.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.6%, with lone person households at 29.7% and group households comprising 2.8%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which matches the average in the Rest of Tas.

Longford faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 15.8%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 37.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificates at 28.6%. A total of 24.9% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary, 6.1% in secondary, and 2.4% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.9% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 10.6% in primary education, 6.1% in secondary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health performance in Longford is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Longford faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 48% of the total population (around 2,389 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 11.9 and 9.2% of residents respectively, while 60.3% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 62.0% across Rest of Tas.. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 27.9% of residents aged 65 and over (1,379 people), which is higher than the 24.9% in Rest of Tas.. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Longford is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Longford has a low cultural diversity, with 91.1% citizens, 89.6% born in Australia, and 96.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Longford, comprising 47.9%, compared to 43.0% in Rest of Tas. The top three ancestral groups are English (37.4%), Australian (34.3%), and Irish (7.3%).

Notably, Dutch people make up 1.8% of Longford's population, higher than the regional average of 1.7%. Australian Aboriginal people also have a lower representation in Longford at 2.6%, compared to 4.1% regionally, while Serbian people are underrepresented at 0.2%, versus 0.0% regionally.

Longford hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Longford's median age is 47, surpassing the Rest of Tasmania's figure of 45 and exceeding Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to the Rest of Tasmania's average, Longford has a notably higher proportion of people aged 75-84 (10.5%) and a lower proportion of those aged 45-54 (10.2%). Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 8.3% to 10.5%, while the 35-44 cohort has risen from 9.5% to 11.1%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 12.3% to 10.2%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Longford's age structure. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 104 people (20%), increasing from 519 to 624. Residents aged 65 and above will contribute 63% of the population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 35-44 and 0-4 years.