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Old Beach - Otago has an estimated 5,516 residents, up 10.6% since the 2021 Census, with 58 projects tracked in the area around Old Beach - Otago.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 13 kilometres north-northwest from Hobart CBD, the Old Beach - Otago Statistical Area (Lv2) in TAS, Australia, pairs scenic riverside living with steady residential momentum. Renowned for its picturesque landscapes, pristine natural beauty, and inviting coastline, the area provides a tranquil setting enriched by beaches suited for water sports and relaxation, along with expansive parks and reserves tailored for bushwalking and bird watching. Alongside this relaxed outdoor appeal, the district maintains a close-knit, welcoming community complemented by modern amenities and charming local businesses. Supported by a balanced demographic profile featuring a median age 41, an elevated representation of young children aged 0 to 4yo, and a housing landscape largely anchored by family households, married families, and couples without children, the area delivers an engaging environment for family living.
Economic and population fundamentals highlight sustained growth across the Old Beach - Otago Statistical Area (Lv2).
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 13 kilometres north-northwest from Hobart CBD, the Old Beach - Otago Statistical Area (Lv2) in TAS, Australia, pairs scenic riverside living with steady residential momentum. Renowned for its picturesque landscapes, pristine natural beauty, and inviting coastline, the area provides a tranquil setting enriched by beaches suited for water sports and relaxation, along with expansive parks and reserves tailored for bushwalking and bird watching. Alongside this relaxed outdoor appeal, the district maintains a close-knit, welcoming community complemented by modern amenities and charming local businesses. Supported by a balanced demographic profile featuring a median age 41, an elevated representation of young children aged 0 to 4yo, and a housing landscape largely anchored by family households, married families, and couples without children, the area delivers an engaging environment for family living.
Economic and population fundamentals highlight sustained growth across the Old Beach - Otago Statistical Area (Lv2).
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,886 in 2001 and 5,286 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,516 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 13.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 38.9%.
Old Beach - Otago ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for population growth and the 79th for transport & access.
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 Old Beach - Otago is $605 a week, up 12.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 10% above Greater Hobart.
10% above Greater Hobart on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $605 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +12.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brighton | $530 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brighton, over 12 months | +10.0% | 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 Old Beach - Otago, 14 of them under construction.
A 150 million dollar tourism attraction transforming the waterfront parklands beside the historic Cadbury factory at Claremont into an immersive chocolate visitor experience.
The Claremont Plaza expansion involves a strategic refurbishment and extension of the existing neighbourhood shopping centre to enhance its convenience-based retail offering.
Cadbury factory tourist attraction offers the world's tallest chocolate fountain, 3D time tunnel, build-your-own bar, cafe, playground, restaurant, and shop. Includes new buildings, walkways, cycleways, and a ferry terminal.
A 3.75 hectare mixed-use redevelopment of the former Claremont Primary School site. The project features 315 dwellings, including apartments and townhouses, aimed at providing quality medium-density housing. The precinct includes a childcare centre, cafe, community facilities, and local retail spaces while preserving historic school buildings.
Proposed mixed-use development opposite Claremont Plaza comprising approximately 85 apartments with ground-floor retail and commercial space. No evidence was found that the development application has progressed to approval or construction. Recent marketing of nearby development land suggests the site remains in the development planning phase.
A $28 million multi-sport facility featuring four indoor courts including a dedicated show court for netball, basketball, futsal, volleyball, badminton, pickleball and wheelchair sports.
A 15-unit social housing development located at Teering and Maroni Roads in Berriedale. Delivered by Homes Tasmania in partnership with the Federal Government's Social Housing Accelerator program and constructed by Fairbrother.
Park and ride facility to support public transport usage and reduce traffic congestion. Features electric vehicle charging stations and bicycle storage.
Proposed luxury hotel at the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), 655 Main Road, Berriedale, near Hobart, first announced by founder David Walsh as HOMO and later revised as Motown.
A boutique masterplanned residential development comprising 243 residential lots on the River Derwent in Austins Ferry. The subdivision was developed on the former Gunns site and included over 120,000m3 of earthworks, full service network installation including stormwater, sewerage, water mains, power and communications, and a new roundabout on Main Road.
Innovative sustainable modular home demonstration project showcasing energy-efficient design and construction methods. Serves as model for future housing developments.
Medium-density social housing development by Homes Tasmania delivering 23 one- and two-bedroom units. The project features a deep-soil communal courtyard, solar capture, high-performance insulation, and targets a 7-star NatHERS rating.
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Estimated completion year of the 28 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2021 1, 2022 0, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 5, 2026 5, 2027 5, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 1. 10 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 12.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 63 | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Old Beach - Otago SA2 include: Chocolate Experience at Cadbury (Dev. Approval); Windermere Bay Precinct (Approved); Cadbury Experience (Proposed); Glenorchy Sports Centre (Construction); and Claremont Link Road Park and Ride Facility (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Old Beach - Otago SA2 spans multiple sectors including Tourism, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Old Beach - Otago SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 4th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Old Beach - Otago among the top 28% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 area has seen 131 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Old Beach - Otago SA2's current population of 5,516 has been supported by 63 approvals on average over recent years.
The Old Beach - Otago SA2 has seen 12.3 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 99 people in the Old Beach - Otago SA2, compared to one for every 255 in Greater Hobart.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Old Beach - Otago SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 63, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 has grown by approximately 363 people, while 313 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Old Beach - Otago lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,516 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 175 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,989 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 527 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 31.57 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Old Beach - Otago SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,516 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,286 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The old beach - otago sa2 has added approximately 527 people and shown a 10.56% increase from the 4,989 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is estimated at 175 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (51.6%), Natural increase (24.5%), Overseas migration (23.9%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 51.6% of overall population gains.
Old Beach - Otago's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.4% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Old Beach - Otago is 2 years older than the Greater Hobart 2021 Census average (39 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 12.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Hobart. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.4% vs 2.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.7% of the population in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.4% of the population in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,906 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $69,711 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,875 | 2021 Census, weekly | 57th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $883 | 2021 Census, weekly | 64th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,125 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is approximately $66,750. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,906.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is approximately $73,970. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $69,711.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is approximately $66,750 compared to $61,347 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,906 and $57,815 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is approximately $73,970 compared to $73,587 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,711 and $69,350 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Old Beach - Otago SA2's households (~38.9% / 716 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 38.9% 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 Old Beach - Otago SA2 is $1,875/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is $2,125/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is $883/wk.
The Old Beach - Otago SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $62,906 and an average of $69,711 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is just below the national average, contrasting with Greater Hobart's median income of $57,815 and average income of $69,350. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,750 (median) and $73,970 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is $7,155 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The old beach - otago sa2's disposable income is $7,155 compared to $5,694 for Greater Hobart, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Old Beach - Otago well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,909 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,253 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,984 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Old Beach - Otago SA2 has approximately 2,909 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 stands at 2.5%, which is 2.2 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 Old Beach - Otago SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.0% of employment), public administration & safety (11.5%), and construction (10.8%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Old Beach - Otago 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 Old Beach - Otago SA2 is 67.7%, 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 old beach - otago sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 10.8% of the local workforce compared to 8.7% across Greater Hobart. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The old beach - otago 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.
Education in Old Beach - Otago: university qualifications 19.0%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 19.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
19.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 32.8% in Greater Hobart.
40.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 36.2% in Greater Hobart.
The old beach - otago sa2 ranks in the 39th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 are: Certificate (29.4%), Bachelor Degree (12.8%), Advanced Diploma (10.7%).
26.0% of the population in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.5% in primary school, 6.4% in secondary school, 3.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
Old Beach - Otago features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 34.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.2% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,839 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,033 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.9% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Old Beach - Otago SA2 had 1,839 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.5% to an estimated 2,033 households today.
The average household size in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.4 in Greater Hobart and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.9%), group households (2.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,469 family households, couples with children account for 34.5% of all households, couples without children at home 35.2%, and single parent families 9.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Hobart, the Old Beach - Otago SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.9% (versus 68.1% in Greater Hobart). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.9% 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 Old Beach - Otago SA2 have an average of 1.6 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 52.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.3% have never married. This compares to 43.0% married and 38.7% never married across Greater Hobart.
Single-person households represent 17.9% of all households in the Old Beach - Otago 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 2.4% of households, below the Greater Hobart average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Old Beach - Otago 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 | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 93.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.5% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 88.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
Old Beach - Otago was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.5% of its population born in Australia, 93.5% being citizens, and 93.9% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Old Beach - Otago was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.9% of people in Old Beach - Otago. This compares to 39.8% across Greater Hobart.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Old Beach - Otago are English, comprising 34.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 32.3% of the population, and Irish, comprising 7.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Old Beach - Otago (vs 0.8% across Greater Hobart), Australian Aboriginal at 2.9% (vs 3.0%) and Russian at 0.3% (vs 0.2%).
11.5% of the Old Beach - Otago SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Greater Hobart.
6.1% of the population in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 13.4% in Greater Hobart.
2.9% of the Old Beach - Otago SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.0% in Greater Hobart.
93.5% of the Old Beach - Otago SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 85.0% in Greater Hobart.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Old Beach - Otago 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 | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.7% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.6% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 51.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Old Beach - Otago SA2, 37.7% of homes are owned outright, 51.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.6% of dwellings in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 are houses.
In the Old Beach - Otago SA2, 7.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 stands at 37.7%, compared to 35.0% in Greater Hobart.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is $1,517, compared to $1,517 in Greater Hobart.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is $969, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Old Beach - Otago SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 18.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 18.7% of income on repayments (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart), while renters spend 21.3% of income on rent (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart).
The dwelling mix in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 consists of 91.6% detached houses, 1.0% semi-detached dwellings, 7.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Old Beach - Otago consumes approximately 11.9% of median household income ($8,119 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Old Beach - Otago show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 8% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 92% 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 performance in Old Beach - Otago is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable 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 | 64.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.1% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
Around 52.0% of people in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Greater Hobart.
In the Old Beach - Otago SA2, 6.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.2% of people in Greater Hobart require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Hobart is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the Old Beach - Otago SA2 population, while in Greater Hobart, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Old Beach - Otago SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Hobart,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Old Beach - Otago 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 | 79 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 79th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 26 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 8,370 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 208 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 99 | 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 | 7.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 26 public transport stops within the Old Beach - Otago SA2.
The Old Beach - Otago SA2 has 8,370 weekly trips across 99 routes, averaging 1,195 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 413 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 1.8 km away and the nearest supermarket 2.5 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 26 stops nearby, 8,370 weekly trips, access rating 79 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 13 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 13th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Old Beach - Otago among the top 28% of areas assessed nationwide.
Old Beach - Otago has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 4th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Old Beach - Otago is $605 a week, +12.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Old Beach - Otago lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Old Beach - Otago's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis places Old Beach - Otago well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Education in Old Beach - Otago: university qualifications 19.0%.
Old Beach - Otago features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
Old Beach - Otago is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Old Beach - Otago is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Old Beach - Otago is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable 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.
Old Beach - Otago has an estimated 5,516 residents, up 10.6% since the 2021 Census, with 58 projects tracked in the area around Old Beach - Otago.
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 Old Beach - Otago.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
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 (601011003). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Old Beach - Otago 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 Old Beach - Otago 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.
