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 is around 5,023 as of Nov 2025. This reflects a decrease since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 5,142 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,999 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 58 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 876 persons per square kilometer. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, and Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2022 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking at population projections moving forward, lower quartile growth is anticipated, with the area expected to increase by 189 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, recording a gain of 3.2% in total over the 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 averaged approximately nine new dwelling approvals annually from FY-21 to FY-25, with a total of 46 homes approved during this period. In FY-26, one home has been approved so far. The population has decreased over time, but housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average value of new dwellings developed is $306,000. This financial year has seen $11.6 million in commercial approvals, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Hobart, Montrose - Rosetta shows reduced construction levels, 60.0% below the regional average per person. Limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. Recent development has consisted entirely of standalone homes, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

New construction favours detached housing more than current patterns suggest (82.0% at Census), indicating ongoing robust demand for family homes. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 864 people, reflecting its quiet, low-activity development environment. Montrose - Rosetta is expected to grow by 162 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 17 projects potentially influencing the area. Key projects include Homes Tasmania Maroni and Teering Roads Development, Homes Tasmania Social Housing Program, Homes Tasmania Affordable Housing Units - Glenorchy, and MONA Hotel Development. 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

Rosetta, Montrose has an experienced workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 4.8%.

As of June 2025, 2,484 residents are employed, representing a 0.7% higher unemployment rate compared to Greater Hobart's 4.1%. The workforce participation rate stands at 59.1%, slightly below Greater Hobart's 61.6%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and public administration & safety. Notably, manufacturing shows a high concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, education & training has limited presence, with 8.1% employment compared to the regional average of 10.8%. The area's predominantly residential nature suggests limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population figures. Between June 2024 and June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 1.6%, with employment falling by 1.5%, leading to a slight decrease in unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Hobart where employment contracted by 1.5%, the labour force fell by 1.6%, and unemployment dropped by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years nationally. Applying these projections to Rosetta, Montrose'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 in financial year 2022 was $47,211. The average income stood at $51,212 during the same period. These figures compare to Greater Hobart's median and average incomes of $51,272 and $63,777 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.83% since financial year 2022, estimated median income as of September 2025 is approximately $53,740, while the average is projected to be around $58,295. Census data shows household, family and personal incomes in Montrose-Rosetta rank modestly, between the 32nd and 35th percentiles. The largest income bracket comprises 33.5% earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly (1,682 residents), consistent with broader trends across the broader area showing 32.2% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are 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

As of the latest Census in Montrose - Rosetta, 81.5% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 18.5% consisting of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. In comparison, Hobart metro had 83.1% houses and 17.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Montrose - Rosetta stood at 36.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.5% and rented ones at 29.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,448, higher than Hobart metro's average of $1,300. The median weekly rent in Montrose - Rosetta was $350, compared to $320 in Hobart metro. Nationally, mortgage repayments averaged $1,863 and rents were $375 per week.

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 at 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, 23.8% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to 32.8% in the SA4 region. This difference suggests potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are most common at 14.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 34.3% of residents aged 15 and above holding them - advanced diplomas account for 8.8% and certificates for 25.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 25.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.0% in primary, 6.1% in secondary, and 3.9% in tertiary education. Rosetta Primary School and Montrose Bay High School serve the area, collectively educating 919 students. The area has varied educational conditions, with school capacity exceeding typical residential needs (18.3 places per 100 residents vs 14.6 regionally), indicating it serves as an educational hub for the broader region.

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 of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 57 different routes that together facilitate 4,592 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 194 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 656 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 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.

Only approximately 46% (~2,330 people) of the total population has private health cover, which is lower than the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis (10.9%) and mental health issues (9.6%). About 64.0% of residents report having no medical ailments, comparable to the 63.7% figure across Greater Hobart. Montrose - Rosetta has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 21.8% (1,097 people), compared to 18.7% in Greater Hobart. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally reflecting the overall health profile of the population.

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, found to have above average cultural diversity, has 21.5% of its population born overseas and 18.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Montrose-Rosetta, with 44.6%. Hinduism is overrepresented compared to Greater Hobart, comprising 5.3% vs 5.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (30.6%), Australian (28.7%), and Other (10.7%). Notably, Polish is overrepresented at 0.9%, Australian Aboriginal is underrepresented at 3.1% compared to the regional average of 4.0%, and Indian representation matches the regional average at 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 the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that individuals aged 85 and above comprise 3.4% of the population, while those aged 5 to 14 make up 10.0%. Between 2021 and present, the percentage of the population aged 35 to 44 has increased from 12.7% to 14.4%, while the percentage of those aged 55 to 64 has decreased from 12.3% to 11.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Montrose-Rosetta's age structure. The 45 to 54 age cohort is projected to rise substantially, increasing by 375 people (70%) from 538 to 914. Conversely, both the 0 to 4 and 55 to 64 age groups are expected to decrease in number.