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Margate - Snug has an estimated 8,809 residents, up 3.9% since the 2021 Census, with 58 projects tracked in the area around Margate - Snug.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Margate - Snug Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 18 kilometres south-southwest of the Hobart CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 8,809 as of Aug 2026. Since the 2021 Census count of 8,482 people, the area has grown by 327 people (3.9%). This change is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 8,751 as of June 2025, together with 105 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Development activity in the area is relatively low, while detached houses form a strong share of the housing stock. Employment is notably concentrated in utilities, education and public administration, and mortgaged homes are common. Residents show a fairly standard age profile, with a median age of 39, and the area has seen moderate population expansion. Its peaceful setting blends rural and coastal living, with rolling hills, beaches and farmland, and its close-knit community suits families and those seeking a quiet lifestyle. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Margate - Snug Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 18 kilometres south-southwest of the Hobart CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 8,809 as of Aug 2026. Since the 2021 Census count of 8,482 people, the area has grown by 327 people (3.9%). This change is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 8,751 as of June 2025, together with 105 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Development activity in the area is relatively low, while detached houses form a strong share of the housing stock. Employment is notably concentrated in utilities, education and public administration, and mortgaged homes are common. Residents show a fairly standard age profile, with a median age of 39, and the area has seen moderate population expansion. Its peaceful setting blends rural and coastal living, with rolling hills, beaches and farmland, and its close-knit community suits families and those seeking a quiet lifestyle. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,246 in 2001 and 8,751 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,809 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.3%.
Margate - Snug ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 66th for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Margate - Snug is $570 a week, up 14.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% above Greater Hobart.
3% above Greater Hobart on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $570 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +14.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart - South and West | $585 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Hobart - South and West, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Hobart, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Hobart | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Hobart, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, TAS | $513 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, TAS, over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 58 projects in and around Margate - Snug, 19 of them under construction.
Proposed off-road shared pathway for walking, wheeling and riding between Margate and Huntingfield. The jointly funded feasibility study has been completed and a preferred alignment identified. During 2024-25 preliminary design refinement was undertaken by Transport Services with Kingborough Council.
Government-led subdivision delivering about 460 lots in Kingborough. As of June 2026, construction has begun on the first new homes, with stage 2 lots released for sale as house and land packages. Approximately 15 percent of lots will be kept for social and affordable rental housing, alongside a planned commercial zone and 37.5 ha of open space.
A 115 million dollar high-performance training and administration facility for the Tasmania Devils AFL and AFLW teams at the Kingborough Sports Precinct. The state-of-the-art hub features a full gymnasium, recovery pools, infrared saunas, and an indoor training field.
A $50 million next-generation retail precinct in Kingston, Tasmania, developed by Tipalea Partners. It features the largest Coles supermarket in Kingston at 4,200 sqm with drive-through click and collect, Chemist Warehouse's first regional superstore, a medical centre, outdoor dining, and over 15 specialty retailers.
Proposed redevelopment and expansion of Blackmans Bay Primary School to provide additional contemporary learning environments, upgraded administration facilities and shared school infrastructure to support future enrolment growth.
Purpose-built high performance training centre for the Tasmania JackJumpers NBL team and Tasmania Jewels WNBL team within the Kingborough Sports Precinct.
A residential subdivision referenced in the hills above Blackmans Bay, near Roslyn Avenue and Illawarra Road, an already well-established coastal suburb of Kingborough south of Hobart.
Kings Quarter is a major mixed-use urban renewal project at Kingston Park on the former Kingston High School site, delivered by Traders in Purple with Kingborough Council's public open space program.
Revitalisation of Kingston's main street along Channel Highway to create a greener, safer and more walkable town centre with upgraded footpaths, crossings, lighting, landscaping, street furniture and art, plus a relocated bus interchange. Road re-opened to two-way traffic in July 2023 with landscaping and activation delivered through late 2023.
New and upgraded bus interchange in Kingston CBD delivering safer, more accessible northbound and southbound stops on Channel Highway. After design corrections in early 2025 (wider footpaths, adjusted kerbs and entry point, new line marking), all Metro, Tassielink and Coal River Coaches services returned to the new interchange from 5 May 2025.
The Kingston Park Playground and Community Hub is a modern nature-based facility providing play spaces for all ages and abilities, inspired by local Tasmanian fauna and habitats.
The Summerleas Road Underpass was constructed to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and community members, providing healthier transport options.
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Estimated completion year of the 31 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 5, 2027 6, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 4, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 17 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 2.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 20 | ABS building approvals | 32nd percentile nationally |
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Infrastructure development impacting the Margate - Snug SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Residential Development, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Margate - Snug SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 15th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Margate - Snug compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Margate - Snug SA2 area has seen 27 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Margate - Snug SA2's current population of 8,809 has been supported by 20 approvals on average over recent years.
The Margate - Snug SA2 has seen 2.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 4.7 approvals in Greater Hobart. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 694 people in the Margate - Snug SA2, compared to one for every 255 in Greater Hobart.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Margate - Snug SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 20, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Margate - Snug SA2 has grown by approximately 265 people, while 101 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Margate - Snug are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,809 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 60 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 8,482 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 327 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 146.23 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Margate - Snug SA2 was estimated to be approximately 8,809 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,751 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The margate - snug sa2 has added approximately 327 people and shown a 3.86% increase from the 8,482 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Margate - Snug SA2 is estimated at 60 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Margate - Snug SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Margate - Snug SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (65.5%), Natural increase (29.0%), Interstate migration (5.5%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 65.5% of overall population gains.
Margate - Snug's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 46th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Margate - Snug SA2 at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Margate - Snug is equal to the Greater Hobart 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Margate - Snug SA2 compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Margate - Snug SA2 compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Margate - Snug SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Hobart. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.6% vs 15.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.4% of the population in the Margate - Snug SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.0% of the population in the Margate - Snug SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,597 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $69,058 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,853 | 2021 Census, weekly | 56th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $813 | 2021 Census, weekly | 51st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,122 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Margate - Snug SA2 is approximately $61,116. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,597.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Margate - Snug SA2 is approximately $73,277. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $69,058.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Margate - Snug SA2 is approximately $61,116 compared to $61,347 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,597 and $57,815 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Margate - Snug SA2 is approximately $73,277 compared to $73,587 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,058 and $69,350 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Margate - Snug SA2's households (~37.3% / 1,098 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Margate - Snug SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.3% of households. In comparison, Greater Hobart's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.2% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Margate - Snug SA2 is $1,853/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Margate - Snug SA2 is $2,122/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Margate - Snug SA2 is $813/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Margate - Snug SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $57,597 with the average level standing at $69,058. This is slightly lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $57,815 and $69,350 across Greater Hobart respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,116 (median) and $73,277 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Margate - Snug SA2 is $7,025 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The margate - snug sa2's disposable income is $7,025 compared to $5,694 for Greater Hobart, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment environment in Margate - Snug shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,626 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,355 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,778 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Margate - Snug SA2 has approximately 4,626 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Margate - Snug SA2 stands at 3.2%, which is 1.5 percentage points below Greater Hobart's rate of 4.7%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Margate - Snug SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.7% of employment), construction (12.6%), and education & training (12.3%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Margate - Snug SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Hobart saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Margate - Snug SA2 is 66.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Greater Hobart average of 63.7%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Hobart.
The margate - snug sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.6% of the local workforce compared to 8.7% across Greater Hobart. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The margate - snug sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 6.4% decline, ranking 34th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Margate - Snug ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 18.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 29.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
29.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Margate - Snug SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 32.8% in Greater Hobart.
33.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Margate - Snug SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 36.2% in Greater Hobart.
The margate - snug sa2 ranks in the 66th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Margate - Snug SA2 are: Certificate (26.3%), Bachelor Degree (18.7%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
31.7% of the population in the Margate - Snug SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.4% in primary school, 8.5% in secondary school, 3.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Margate - Snug SA2 is 1032, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the Margate - Snug SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 890 students.
The margate - snug sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Margate - Snug features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 39.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,940 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,053 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.5% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Margate - Snug SA2 had 2,940 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.8% to an estimated 3,053 households today.
The average household size in the Margate - Snug SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.4 in Greater Hobart and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.8%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 2,337 family households, couples with children account for 39.2% of all households, couples without children at home 28.4%, and single parent families 11.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Hobart, the Margate - Snug SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.5% (versus 68.1% in Greater Hobart). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.8% compared to 27.7% in Greater Hobart. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Margate - Snug SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Hobart average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 51.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.6% have never married. This compares to 43.0% married and 38.7% never married across Greater Hobart.
Single-person households represent 18.8% of all households in the Margate - Snug SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Hobart of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.6% of households, below the Greater Hobart average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Margate - Snug is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 14.3% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.6% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 85.7% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
Margate - Snug was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.7% of its population born in Australia, 92.6% being citizens, and 95.6% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Margate - Snug, at 39.6% of people, although more residents (58.9%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 39.8% across Greater Hobart.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Margate - Snug are English, comprising 31.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 3.7% of Margate - Snug (vs 1.5% across Greater Hobart), Australian Aboriginal at 4.1% (vs 3.0%) and French at 0.5% (vs 0.3%).
14.3% of the Margate - Snug SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Greater Hobart.
4.4% of the population in the Margate - Snug SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 13.4% in Greater Hobart.
4.1% of the Margate - Snug SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.0% in Greater Hobart.
92.6% of the Margate - Snug SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 85.0% in Greater Hobart.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Margate - Snug is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 38.0% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,625 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $370 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Margate - Snug SA2, 38.0% of homes are owned outright, 47.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.9% of dwellings in the Margate - Snug SA2 are houses.
In the Margate - Snug SA2, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Margate - Snug SA2 stands at 38.0%, compared to 35.0% in Greater Hobart.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Margate - Snug SA2 is $1,625, compared to $1,517 in Greater Hobart.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Margate - Snug SA2 is $1,004, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Margate - Snug SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Margate - Snug SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Margate - Snug SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.2% of income on repayments (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart), while renters spend 20.0% of income on rent (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart).
The dwelling mix in the Margate - Snug SA2 consists of 96.9% detached houses, 1.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 1.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Margate - Snug consumes approximately 12.5% of median household income ($8,023 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Margate - Snug show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health outcomes in Margate - Snug are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 41st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Around 52.0% of people in the Margate - Snug SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Greater Hobart.
In the Margate - Snug SA2, 4.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.2% of people in Greater Hobart require similar assistance.
7.6% of people in the Margate - Snug SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Hobart is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the Margate - Snug SA2 population, while in Greater Hobart, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the Margate - Snug SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Hobart,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Margate - Snug SA2, 52.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Hobart sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 67 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 67th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 29 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,839 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 302 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 88 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 29 public transport stops within the Margate - Snug SA2.
The Margate - Snug SA2 has 5,839 weekly trips across 88 routes, averaging 834 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 918 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 2.2 km away and the nearest school 2.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 29 stops nearby, 5,839 weekly trips, access rating 67 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 6 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 6th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 7.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 8.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 9.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 9.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 17.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Margate - Snug compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Margate - Snug has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 15th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Margate - Snug is $570 a week, +14.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Margate - Snug are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Margate - Snug's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The employment environment in Margate - Snug shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
The educational profile of Margate - Snug ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Margate - Snug features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
Margate - Snug is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Margate - Snug is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health outcomes in Margate - Snug are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Margate - Snug has an estimated 8,809 residents, up 3.9% since the 2021 Census, with 58 projects tracked in the area around Margate - Snug.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Margate - Snug.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (601041024). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Margate - Snug from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Margate - Snug with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
