Miandetta - Don

Miandetta - Don has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Miandetta - Don is estimated at approximately 3,801 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 140 residents (3.8%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 3,661 people. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 3,794 alongside 101 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 164 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and room for potential expansion. Over the last ten years, Miandetta - Don has shown steady growth with a compound annual rate of 1.0%, which is higher than the broader SA4 region. Natural increase was the primary contributor to this growth, accounting for roughly 64.4% of the population gains in recent times.

Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the base year, are utilized for each SA2 area. For locations where this data is unavailable, or to calculate age bracket changes after 2032, population projections from the Tasmania State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied, adjusted via weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on these demographic forecasts, the overall population is projected to contract, decreasing by 67 individuals by 2041. Despite the overall drop, expansion is predicted in specific age groups, particularly the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to rise by 68 people. Refer to the age section for further information.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Miandetta - Don according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

An average of 13 new home approvals have been registered annually in Miandetta - Don, representing 65 properties over the last 5 financial years. During the current FY-26, 10 approvals have been documented. Since an average of 1.3 individuals relocated to the area per completed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, demand and supply appear to be well aligned, maintaining stable market conditions, though this ratio has dropped to 0.2 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to a more balanced supply environment. Newly built residences carry an average construction cost of $289,000. Furthermore, $3.0 million in commercial building approvals have been logged in the current financial year, showing a minor emphasis on commercial growth.

Miandetta - Don exhibits about 59% of the per capita construction activity seen in Rest of Tas., placing it in the 54th percentile of areas evaluated nationwide. This rate falls below the national average, suggesting a mature market and potential planning barriers. Meanwhile, recent building activity has consisted entirely of single-family detached homes, preserving the established low-density aesthetic of the area and appealing to buyers who value space. The area records approximately 293 residents for every dwelling approval, reflecting a low-density residential market.

Given that the population is projected to stay steady or contract, Miandetta - Don will likely experience less pressure on its housing stock, which could open up favorable options for prospective buyers.

Miandetta - Don has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 29thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 19 projects that are expected to affect the community. Major projects include the Devonport Oval Sports Complex, North West Support School Devonport, Devonport to Cradle Mountain Corridor - Planning, and the Devonport Mental Health Hub, with the main relevant details listed below.

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AreaSearch analysis places Miandetta - Don well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Miandetta - Don features a highly capable workforce with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.8%, and estimated job growth of 2.9% over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,997, while the local unemployment rate was 1.2% below the Regional Tas. rate of 3.9%. The labor force participation rate stands exceptionally high at 65.2%, compared to 58.8% for Regional Tas. Census data shows that a minor 5.1% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may have been affected by Covid-19 restrictions.

The major employment industries for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The community displays a distinct concentration in transport, postal & warehousing jobs, where its employment proportion is 1.5 times the regional average. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing is less represented at 4.0%, compared to the regional benchmark of 8.4%. The comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that local job opportunities within the area are relatively limited.

AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that over the 12-month period, employment expanded by 2.9% while the labor force grew by 3.3%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This differs from Regional Tas., which recorded a 1.8% rise in employment, a 1.7% growth in the labor force, and a slight decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Miandetta - Don. These five- and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future trends. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but rates will vary widely across industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local employment distribution suggests that employment in Miandetta - Don could rise by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not incorporate local population forecasts.

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

The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the Miandetta - Don SA2 are slightly higher than the national average, with a median of $58,748 and an average of $68,824. In comparison, Regional Tas. recorded a median income of $49,689 and an average of $59,358. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $65,181 for the median and $76,360 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Miandetta - Don rank moderately, sitting between the 39th and 40th percentiles. Looking at income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket accounts for 33.3% of the population (1,265 people), comparable to the regional proportion of 28.5%. Housing costs are manageable, leaving residents with 88.5% of their income, though disposable income is below average, ranking in the 45th percentile.

Miandetta - Don is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

At the time of the latest Census, the housing composition in Miandetta - Don was made up of 96.6% detached houses and 3.4% other dwelling types (such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings in Regional Tas. The rate of home ownership in Miandetta - Don matched that of Regional Tas. at 39.5%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (41.1%) or rented (19.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area stood at $1,305, while the median weekly rent was $290, compared to $1,274 and $250 in Regional Tas. Nationally, mortgage repayments in Miandetta - Don are significantly below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national figure of $375.

Miandetta - Don has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of households at 76.8%, which consists of 31.5% couples with children, 33.4% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.2%, consisting of lone person households at 20.9% and group households at 2.3%. The median household size of 2.6 residents is larger than the Regional Tas. average of 2.3.

Educational outcomes in Miandetta - Don fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The region presents educational challenges, with university attainment levels (17.6%) falling well below the national average of 30.4%. This represents both a hurdle and a chance for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 12.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 42.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, including advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (32.3%).

Enrolment rates in education are high, with 26.6% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies. This includes 10.3% of residents in primary school, 8.2% in high school, and 2.4% in tertiary institutions.

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

Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic conditions, Miandetta - Don faces notable health issues, with common illnesses present across both young and old cohorts. The private health insurance rate is slightly higher than the average SA2 area, covering approximately 53% of the population (~2,025 people), compared to 49.1% across Regional Tas.

Arthritis and asthma are the most common medical diagnoses in the region, affecting 10.4% and 9.0% of individuals respectively. Conversely, 64.4% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 62.0% in Regional Tas. Chronic illness rates among working-age residents are higher than average, and the area has 22.2% of its population aged 65 and over (845 people), which is lower than the 24.9% regional rate, though national rankings for chronic conditions are higher than the general population.

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

Miandetta - Don has a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with 88.9% of the population born in Australia, 93.0% holding citizenship, and 95.0% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 42.6% of residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation is Hinduism, which represents 1.0% of the population, compared to 1.1% across Regional Tas.

Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Miandetta - Don are English (34.5%), Australian (33.6%), and Scottish (7.3%). Significant deviations also exist for other groups, with Australian Aboriginal ancestry notably overrepresented at 4.6% (compared to 4.1% regionally), Dutch at 1.6% (compared to 1.7% regionally), and Welsh at 0.5% (compared to 0.4% regionally).

Miandetta - Don's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Miandetta - Don is 41, making the population younger than the Regional Tas. median of 45, but slightly older than the national median of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of 45 - 54 year-olds (13.0%), whereas the 55 - 64 bracket is smaller (11.8%) than in Regional Tas. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85+ rose from 1.4% to 2.9%, and the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 6.1% to 7.3%. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 group shrank from 5.8% to 4.5% and the 55 - 64 bracket fell from 12.9% to 11.8%. Projections for 2041 indicate notable shifts in the age structure of Miandetta - Don. The 75 to 84 age bracket is expected to expand by 21% (57 residents), growing from 278 to 336. The combined cohorts aged 65 and over are projected to make up 94% of the total population increase, highlighting the aging trend of the area, whereas the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 age brackets are projected to contract.