Parklands - Camdale

An assessment of population growth drivers in Parklands - Camdale reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Parklands - Camdale had a population of roughly 7,050 in May 2026 according to AreaSearch data. This represents a gain of 273 residents (4.0%) from the 6,777 individuals counted in the 2021 Census. The calculation is based on the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 7,034 combined with 207 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level yields a density of 361 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and space for potential growth. The local growth rate of 4.0% since the 2021 census was faster than both the wider SA3 area (3.2%) and the SA4 region, making the locality a regional growth leader. This expansion was mostly fueled by international relocation, which was responsible for about 53.2% of the overall population rise in recent times.

Projections for each SA2 region rely on 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia data using a 2022 baseline. For areas without this coverage, and to calculate age-specific growth after 2032, Tasmania State Government regional and LGA projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied, utilizing weighted aggregation to scale LGA figures to SA2 levels. Future demographic outlooks suggest a downward trend, with the total population expected to decrease by 265 persons by 2041 under this framework. Despite this overall contraction, some age brackets are set to grow, particularly the 75 to 84 cohort which is expected to rise by 75 people. See the age section for more details.

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

Residential approvals in Parklands - Camdale average approximately 23 annually, with a total of 119 homes approved over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 20 approvals have been registered. With an average of 1.4 new residents added per built dwelling during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply have remained balanced to support stable market conditions, although this metric fell to -0.9 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years to show even more balanced supply. The average construction value for new dwellings is $267,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $52.3 million this financial year, demonstrating significant local business investment.

Construction activity per capita in Parklands - Camdale is 12.0% lower than in the Rest of Tas. and sits in the 43rd percentile of all areas nationwide, which restricts choice for buyers and sustains interest in established properties. This rate also sits below the national benchmark, highlighting the mature state of the suburb and suggesting possible planning constraints. Recent residential additions consist of 95.0% detached dwellings and 5.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the classic low-density layout of the area and its focus on spacious family residences. An estimated ratio of 381 people per residential approval emphasizes the quiet, low-scale nature of local development.

Because the local population is projected to remain steady or decline, Parklands - Camdale should experience less pressure on its housing market, which may open up opportunities for purchasers.

Parklands - Camdale has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 7 key projects likely to affect the locality. The most relevant projects include the Homes Tasmania - Park Grove Subdivision, the Futuna Ave and West Park Grove Roundabout, the University of Tasmania - Cradle Coast Campus Redevelopment (West Park), and the Marinus Link, with details on the most significant ones listed below.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Parklands - Camdale recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Parklands - Camdale has a qualified workforce with a strong presence in essential service industries, an unemployment rate of 5.2%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.8% over the past year. In March 2026, 3,211 residents were employed, while the local jobless rate sat 1.3% higher than the Regional Tas. figure of 3.9%, and participation rates were close to the Regional Tas. average of 58.8%. Census data indicates that a low 5.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure was likely affected by pandemic lockdowns.

The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area is highly specialized in health care & social assistance, employing residents at a rate 1.3 times the regional average. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented at 2.7% compared to the regional benchmark of 8.4%. Even though local jobs are available, a comparison of local jobs to the working population suggests a high level of outward commuting.

According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, the year ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 2.8% and the labor force grow by 3.3%, which lifted the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Tas. experienced employment growth of 1.8%, a labor force expansion of 1.7%, and a minor drop in unemployment. Future local employment trends can be examined via the May-25 national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to project local shifts. Nationally, jobs are expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth varies. Weighting these projections to the local industry distribution suggests Parklands - Camdale's employment base could rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (this represents a basic weighting extrapolation and does not incorporate localized population adjustments).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the Parklands - Camdale SA2 is $51,746, and the average is $60,586. These figures sit below national averages and compare to a median of $49,689 and an average of $59,358 in Regional Tas. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be approximately $57,412 median and $67,220 average as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 places household, family, and individual incomes in Parklands - Camdale between the 21st and 25th percentiles nationally. The income distribution shows 29.6% of residents (2,086 individuals) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional trend of 28.5% in this bracket. While housing costs consume a smaller share of earnings, leaving residents with 86.7% of their income, total disposable income sits in the 25th percentile nationally.

Parklands - Camdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in Parklands - Camdale consisted of 91.1% separate houses and 9.0% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% alternative dwellings across Regional Tas. The home ownership rate in Parklands - Camdale was 33.9%, which was lower than the Regional Tas. average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (30.9%) or rented (35.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 was higher than the Regional Tas. average of $1,274, whereas the median weekly rent of $236 was lower than the regional rate of $250. Compared nationally, mortgage payments in Parklands - Camdale are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are far below the national median of $375.

Parklands - Camdale features high concentrations of lone person households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up 66.3% of all local households, consisting of 25.9% couples with children, 26.0% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the other 33.7%, made up of lone person households at 31.3% and group households at 2.3%. The median household size is 2.4 residents, slightly higher than the Regional Tas. average of 2.3.

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

Educational outcomes in the area show that university attainment rates (19.4%) are much lower than the national average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opening for targeted learning programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 12.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational training is highly prevalent, with 36.5% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (27.0%).

Student numbers are high, with 28.7% of the population enrolled in education. This comprises 11.6% in primary school, 8.4% in high school, and 4.4% in tertiary institutions.

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

Public transport services in Parklands - Camdale include 59 active bus stops. These stops are served by 148 routes, providing 10,368 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 226 meters from their nearest transit point. Because the suburb is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 92% of residents, while 5% walk. Dwelling vehicle ownership averages 1.3, which is below the regional average. A small proportion of residents (5.3%) work from home (2021 Census; likely influenced by pandemic conditions).

Transit service frequency averages 1,481 daily trips across all active routes, which equates to roughly 175 weekly passenger trips per bus stop.

Health performance in Parklands - Camdale is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Analysis of mortality rates and chronic disease indicators by AreaSearch reveals notable health challenges in Parklands - Camdale across different age brackets, alongside a low rate of private health coverage, which sits at roughly 49% of the population (~3,468 people). This compares to a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent health issues in the area are mental health conditions and arthritis, which affect 10.8 and 9.8% of the population, respectively, while 61.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 62.0% in Regional Tas. The local working-age demographic faces higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 20.2% of the population (1,424 people), which is lower than the Regional Tas. proportion of 24.9%. Seniors in the area experience challenging health outcomes, with national rankings for chronic issues exceeding those of the general local population.

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

Cultural diversity in Parklands - Camdale is lower than the national average, with citizens making up 89.9% of the population, 88.1% born in Australia, and 93.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 42.7% of the community. Hinduism represents the most notable religious overrepresentation, accounting for 1.4% of the population compared to 1.1% across Regional Tas.

Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest groups in Parklands - Camdale are Australian at 33.3%, English at 32.0%, and Irish at 7.4%. There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds, with Australian Aboriginal residents making up 5.8% of the population (compared to 4.1% regionally), Sri Lankan ancestry at 0.3% (compared to 0.1%), and Dutch heritage at 1.2% (compared to 1.7%).

Parklands - Camdale's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Parklands - Camdale has a median age of 41, making it younger than the Regional Tas. median of 45 but slightly older than the national average of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 13.9%, while the 65 - 74 bracket is smaller (10.3%) than in Regional Tas. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 13.0% to 13.9%, while the 85+ cohort has fallen from 3.5% to 2.5%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the local age profile. The 75 to 84 age bracket is projected to grow by 11% (56 people), moving from 520 to 577. The combined 65+ demographic is expected to account for 100% of the area's population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the community. Conversely, the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 age cohorts are projected to shrink.