Montrose - Rosetta
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Montrose-Rosetta's population was 5,142 as of the 2021 Census. By Aug 2025, it had decreased to around 5,018, a drop of 124 people (2.4%). This decrease is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 4,999 in June 2024 and an additional 56 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density was 875 persons per square kilometer as of Aug 2025. Overseas migration primarily drove population growth in recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a 2022 base year. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 growth estimation, Tasmania's Regional/LGA projections from 2022 with a 2021 base year are used, adjusted via weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. By 2041, the area is projected to increase by 189 persons, recording a total gain of 3.3% over 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Montrose - Rosetta is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Montrose - Rosetta has averaged approximately 9 new dwelling approvals annually. Development approval data is released by the ABS on a financial year basis, with 46 homes approved over the past five years from FY21 to FY25. There have been no dwelling approvals recorded in FY26 so far. Despite population decline in the area, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average expected construction cost of new dwellings is $279,000, which is below regional norms, indicating more affordable housing options for purchasers. This financial year has seen $11.6 million in commercial approvals registered, suggesting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Hobart, Montrose - Rosetta has significantly less development activity, with 60.0% fewer dwelling approvals per capita. This scarcity of new properties tends to strengthen demand and prices for existing properties. The area's development activity is also below the national average, which may reflect its maturity and potential planning constraints.

Recent building activity in Montrose - Rosetta consists solely of detached houses, preserving the area's low-density nature. This focus on detached housing attracts space-seeking buyers. Interestingly, developers are constructing more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (82.0% at Census), indicating continued strong demand for family homes. The estimated population per dwelling approval in the area is 864 people, reflecting its quiet, low-activity development environment. Future projections indicate Montrose - Rosetta will add approximately 167 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Montrose - Rosetta has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 7thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Homes Tasmania Maroni and Teering Roads Development, Homes Tasmania Social Housing Program, Homes Tasmania Affordable Housing Units - Glenorchy, and Glenorchy Sports Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Montrose - Rosetta has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Montrose - Rosetta has an unemployment rate of 4.8% as of June 2025. There are 2,484 residents in work, which is 0.7% higher than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation stands at 59.1%, lower than Greater Hobart's 61.6%. Leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and public administration & safety. Manufacturing shows notable concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. Education & training has a lower representation of 8.1% compared to the regional average of 10.8%.

Over the year to June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 1.6%, while employment declined by 1.5%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.1 percentage points. In Greater Hobart, employment contracted by 1.5%, the labour force fell by 1.6%, and unemployment fell by 0.2 percentage points. As of Sep-25, TAS employment grew by 0.77% year-on-year, adding 1,170 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. Nationally, the unemployment rate is 4.5% with employment growth at 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts from May 2025 project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Montrose - Rosetta's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Montrose - Rosetta's median income among taxpayers was $47,211 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $51,212 during the same period. In comparison, Greater Hobart had a median income of $51,272 and an average income of $63,777. By March 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth suggest the median income will be approximately $52,848 and the average income will be around $57,327. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Montrose - Rosetta ranked modestly, between the 32nd and 35th percentiles. The predominant income cohort spanned 33.5% of locals (1,681 people) with incomes between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to the broader area where 32.2% occupied this bracket. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 84.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 33rd percentile.

Montrose - Rosetta is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Montrose - Rosetta, as per the latest Census, consisted of 81.5% houses and 18.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Hobart metro's 83.1% houses and 17.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Montrose - Rosetta was at 36.3%, with the rest being mortgaged (34.5%) or rented (29.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,448, higher than Hobart metro's average of $1,300. Median weekly rent in Montrose - Rosetta was recorded at $350, compared to $320 in Hobart metro. Nationally, Montrose - Rosetta's median monthly mortgage repayment is lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and median rent is less than the national figure of $375.

Montrose - Rosetta features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 66.7% of all households, including 25.5% couples with children, 28.2% couples without children, and 11.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 33.3%, with lone person households making up 29.6% and group households comprising 3.8%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Greater Hobart average.

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

In Montrose-Rosetta, as of 2021, 23.8% of residents aged 15+ held university degrees, compared to the SA4 region's 32.8%. Bachelor degrees were the most common at 14.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials were prevalent among residents aged 15+, with 34.3% holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (25.5%). Educational participation was high, with 25.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This included 9.0% in primary, 6.1% in secondary, and 3.9% in tertiary education. Rosetta Primary School and Montrose Bay High School served a total of 919 students as of the latest data. The area's educational capacity exceeded typical residential needs, with 18.3 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 14.6, indicating it serves as an educational hub for the broader region. Educational provision followed conventional lines, split between one primary and one secondary institution.

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

Montrose-Rosetta has 30 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by 57 unique routes that facilitate a total of 4,592 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents on average located just 194 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 656 daily trips across all routes, translating to about 153 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Montrose - Rosetta is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Montrose - Rosetta faces significant health challenges, as indicated by health data. Both younger and older age groups have notable prevalence of common health conditions.

Private health cover is extremely low, at approximately 46% of the total population, which amounts to around 2,328 people. This is lower than the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 10.9 and 9.6% of residents respectively. Conversely, 64.0% of residents report having no medical ailments, slightly higher than the 63.7% reported across Greater Hobart. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 21.8%, or 1,095 people, compared to Greater Hobart's 18.7%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Montrose - Rosetta was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Montrose-Rosetta has a higher than average cultural diversity, with 21.5% of its population born overseas and 18.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Montrose-Rosetta, making up 44.6% of its population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, comprising 5.3% compared to 5.8% across Greater Hobart.

The top three ancestry groups are English (30.6%), Australian (28.7%), and Other (10.7%). Polish ethnicity is slightly overrepresented at 0.9%, while Australian Aboriginal and Indian ethnicities show notable divergences with 3.1% and 1.9% respectively, compared to regional percentages of 4.0% and 1.9%.

Montrose - Rosetta's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Montrose - Rosetta is 41 years, which is higher than Greater Hobart's average of 39 years and slightly exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 85+ are particularly prominent at 3.4%, while the 5-14 age group is smaller at 10.0% compared to Greater Hobart. Between 2021 and now, the proportion of the population aged 35 to 44 has increased from 12.7% to 14.4%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 age cohort has decreased from 12.3% to 11.1%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Montrose - Rosetta's age structure. The 45 to 54 age group is projected to rise substantially by 70%, from 538 people to 914. Conversely, both the 0 to 4 and 55 to 64 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.