Parklands - Camdale
Statistical Area - sa2

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's population is around 7,065 as of August 2025. This reflects an increase from its 2021 Census population of 6,777 people, representing a growth of 288 individuals (4.2%). This change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 7,039 in June 2024 and an additional 190 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 361 persons per square kilometer. Parklands - Camdale's growth rate of 4.2% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's growth rate of 3.7%, making it a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 59.4% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving this growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate post-2032 growth by age group, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made employing weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking ahead, projections indicate an overall population decline in the area, with a decrease of 220 persons expected by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are projected to grow, notably the 75 to 84 age group which is anticipated to expand by 110 people.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Parklands - Camdale recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Parklands - Camdale has seen approximately 23 new homes approved annually. Development approval data is produced by the Australian Bureau of Statistics on a financial year basis, totalling 119 approvals across the past five financial years from FY-2021 to FY-2025, with three recorded so far in FY-2026. On average, over these five years, 2.3 new residents per year have been associated with each dwelling approved, suggesting solid demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $469,000, somewhat higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development.

In the current financial year, $52.3 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating robust local business investment. Compared to the Rest of Tasmania, Parklands - Camdale records 12.0% less building activity per person while it places among the 43rd percentile of areas assessed nationally, suggesting more limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing properties. This level is also below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New building activity shows 95.0% detached houses and 5.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

The estimated population per dwelling approval in the area is 382 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. With the population expected to remain stable or decline, Parklands - Camdale should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Parklands - Camdale has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 11thth percentile nationally

The performance of an area can be significantly influenced by changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Homes Tasmania - Park Grove Subdivision, Futuna Ave and West Park Grove Roundabout, University of Tasmania - Cradle Coast Campus Redevelopment (West Park), and Marinus Link. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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

Parklands - Camdale has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.9% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 2%.

There are 3,218 residents employed, while the unemployment rate is higher than Rest of Tas.'s rate by 0.9%, at 3.9%. Workforce participation is similar to Rest of Tas., at 55.7%. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training, with a particularly strong specialization in health care & social assistance, at 1.3 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 2.7% compared to the regional average of 8.4%.

Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 2.0%, while labour force increased by 2.1%, keeping unemployment relatively stable. In comparison, Rest of Tas. saw employment fall by 0.5% and labour force contract by 0.6%. State-level data from Sep-25 shows TAS employment grew by 0.77% year-on-year, with a state unemployment rate of 4.3%, outperforming the national average of 0.26%. National employment forecasts from May 2025 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years for Parklands - Camdale, differing significantly between industry sectors.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Parklands - Camdale's median income among taxpayers was $49,042 in financial year 2022. The average income was $59,622 during the same period. This is lower than the national average. Rest of Tas.'s median income was $47,358 and average was $57,384 in the same year. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.94% from financial year 2022 to March 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $54,898 (median) and $66,741 (average). According to the 2021 Census, income levels in Parklands - Camdale fell between the 22nd and 25th percentiles nationally. In this area, 29.6% of individuals had incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999. This figure is consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region, where 28.5% fell within the same income range. Housing costs in Parklands - Camdale are modest, allowing for 86.7% of income retention. However, total disposable income ranks at just the 26th percentile nationally.

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

Parklands - Camdale's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, were 91.1% houses and 9.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s 90.3% houses and 9.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Parklands - Camdale was 33.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.9% and rented ones at 35.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, above Non-Metro Tas.'s average of $1,200. The median weekly rent figure in Parklands - Camdale was $236, compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s $240. Nationally, Parklands - Camdale's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,300 than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 66.3% of all households, including 25.9% couples with children, 26.0% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.7%, with lone person households at 31.3% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, larger than the Rest of Tas. average of 2.3.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 19.4%, substantially lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 36.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (27.0%).

Educational participation is high at 28.7%, including primary (11.6%), secondary (8.4%), and tertiary education (4.4%). Six schools operate in Parklands, educating approximately 2,897 students. Parklands - Camdale has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 985) with balanced educational opportunities. Educational provision is split between three primary and three secondary institutions. The area serves as an education hub with 41.0 school places per 100 residents, significantly higher than the regional average of 16.3, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Parklands - Camdale has 60 active public transport stops. These are served by 138 different routes, offering a total of 14,519 weekly passenger trips. Residents' access to transport is rated good, with an average distance of 226 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency across all routes averages 2,074 trips per day, equating to about 241 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Parklands - Camdale faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups. Approximately half (50%) of its total population (~3,497 people) has private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

Mental health issues affect 10.8% of residents, while arthritis impacts 9.8%. Conversely, 61.6% report no medical ailments, compared to 60.3% in Rest of Tas.. The area has 20.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,430 people), lower than the 24.7% in Rest of Tas.. Health outcomes among seniors present challenges but perform better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Parklands-Camdale has a low cultural diversity, with 89.9% citizens, 88.1% born in Australia, and 93.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, at 42.7%. Hinduism is overrepresented compared to regional averages, comprising 1.4% versus 0.6%.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (33.3%), English (32.0%), and Irish (7.4%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Australian Aboriginal is slightly overrepresented at 5.8%, Sri Lankan is higher than regional averages at 0.3%, and Dutch are underrepresented at 1.2%.

Parklands - Camdale's median age exceeds the national pattern

Parklands - Camdale has a median age of 41, which is younger than the Rest of Tas. figure of 45 but slightly above the national average of 38 years old. The age profile shows that individuals aged 15-24 make up a prominent 13.7% of the population, while those aged 65-74 constitute only 10.3%, which is comparatively smaller than in Rest of Tas.. Between the 2021 Census and now, the proportion of 15 to 24-year-olds has increased from 13.0% to 13.7%. Conversely, the percentage of individuals aged 85+ has decreased from 3.5% to 2.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Parklands - Camdale's age structure. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 15 people, reaching a total of 589 individuals. Notably, all population growth will be accounted for by the combined 65+ age groups, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 15-24 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.