Scottsdale - Bridport

Scottsdale - Bridport is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Scottsdale - Bridport's population is approximately 7,158 as of February 2026. This figure reflects a growth of 323 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,835. The increase is inferred from ABS estimates showing an estimated resident population of 7,011 in June 2024 and an additional 182 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2.2 persons per square kilometer. Scottsdale - Bridport's growth rate of 4.7% since the census is within 0.6 percentage points of the state's growth rate of 5.3%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth in recent periods.

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 post-2032 growth estimation by age group, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021, adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Population projections indicate an overall decline over the period, with Scottsdale - Bridport's population expected to decrease by 935 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are projected to grow, notably the 75 to 84 age group, which is anticipated to expand by 242 people.

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

Bridport, Scottsdale has approved approximately 41 residential properties annually over the past five financial years, totaling 208 homes. As of FY-26, nine approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.1 people moved to the area per dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating balanced supply and demand. This has eased to -0.1 people per dwelling over the past two financial years. The average construction value of development projects is $252,000.

In this financial year, $18.1 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded. Compared to the rest of Tasmania, Scottsdale - Bridport shows 18.0% lower construction activity per person and ranks at the 67th percentile nationally. All new constructions have been detached dwellings, maintaining the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers with approximately 211 people per dwelling approval.

With a stable or declining population expected, housing pressure in Scottsdale - Bridport is likely to remain reduced, presenting potential buying opportunities.

Scottsdale - Bridport has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified two projects likely affecting this region. Notable projects are Tamar Estuary River Health Action Plan (TERHAP), Launceston Housing Plan 2025-2040, Bass Offshore Wind Energy Project, and Tasmanian Irrigation Schemes: Tranche 3. Below details those most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Scottsdale - Bridport are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Scottsdale - Bridport has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation and an unemployment rate of 4.2% as of September 2025. There are 3,242 residents in work, which is 0.4% above Rest of Tas.'s rate of 3.8%. The workforce participation rate is somewhat below standard at 56.5%, compared to Rest of Tas.'s 58.6%.

According to Census responses, a low 12.4% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. The area shows strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing with an employment share of 3.1 times the regional level, but is under-represented in health care & social assistance at 9.1% compared to Rest of Tas.'s 16.5%. Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 2.5%, alongside a 2.8% employment decline, causing unemployment to rise by 0.3 percentage points.

National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicate that Scottsdale - Bridport's employment should increase by 4.9% over five years and 11.0% over ten years based on industry-specific projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that income in Scottsdale - Bridport SA2 is lower than average on a national basis. The median income is $46,476 and the average income stands at $55,094. This contrasts with Rest of Tas.'s figures where the median income is $49,689 and the average income is $59,358. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.6% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $50,938 (median) and $60,383 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Scottsdale - Bridport all fall between the 4th and 9th percentiles nationally. The largest segment comprises 30.9% earning $400 - $799 weekly (2,211 residents), contrasting with metropolitan regions where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket leads at 28.5%. Housing costs are modest with 88.1% of income retained, but total disposable income ranks at just the 8th percentile nationally.

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

Dwelling structure in Scottsdale - Bridport, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 95.9% houses and 4.0% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Tas. had 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Scottsdale - Bridport was 47.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.1% and rented ones at 21.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,083, lower than Non-Metro Tas.'s average of $1,274. The median weekly rent figure in Scottsdale - Bridport was $220, compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s $250. Nationally, Scottsdale - Bridport's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Scottsdale - Bridport features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 65.6% of all households, including 21.0% couples with children, 34.6% couples without children, and 9.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.4%, with lone person households at 31.7% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 2.2 people, smaller than the Rest of Tas. average of 2.3.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 13.3%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 38.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 8.0% and certificates at 30.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.2% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 1.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Scottsdale - Bridport faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is low, at approximately 47% of the total population (around 3,392 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 12.3% of residents) and mental health issues (8.5%). However, 61.6% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, similar to the Rest of Tas. figure of 62.0%. The working-age population experiences notable health challenges with higher chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over (28.0%, or 2,001 people) compared to Rest of Tas. (24.9%), with national rankings even higher than the general population.

The latest Census data sees Scottsdale - Bridport placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Scottsdale-Bridport had a cultural diversity index below average. Its population was predominantly local, with 90.4% being citizens and 90.3% born in Australia. English was the primary language spoken at home by 97.5%.

Christianity was the dominant religion, practiced by 46.0%, slightly higher than the regional average of 43.0%. The top three ancestry groups were English (36.4%), Australian (36.1%), and Scottish (7.3%). Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation was higher in Scottsdale-Bridport at 3.0% compared to the regional average of 4.1%.

Scottsdale - Bridport hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Scottsdale - Bridport has a median age of 48, which is slightly higher than the Rest of Tas. figure of 45 and well above the national average of 38. The age group of 65-74 shows strong representation at 15.7%, compared to Rest of Tas., while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 9.9%. This 65-74 concentration is higher than the national figure of 9.5%. According to the 2021 Census, the age group of 35 to 44 has grown from 9.8% to 11.4%, and the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 9.4% to 11.0%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 16.7% to 15.0%, and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 11.7% to 10.1%. Demographic modeling suggests that Scottsdale - Bridport's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to experience strong growth, expanding by 184 people (30%) from 617 to 802. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 100% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 45 to 54 and 0 to 4 cohorts.