Scottsdale - Bridport
Statistical Area - sa2

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, as of November 2025, is approximately 7,178, reflecting a growth of 343 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 5% rise from the previous population count of 6,835. The change is inferred from ABS estimates: 7,011 residents as of June 2024 and an additional 180 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 exceeded the state average of 4.8%, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of 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 post-2032 estimates, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2022 using 2021 as the base year are adopted with adjustments made through weighted aggregation methods. Future population dynamics indicate an overall decline: the area's population is projected to decrease by 935 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are expected to grow, notably the 75 to 84 age group, which is projected to increase 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

Scottsdale - Bridport has seen approximately 41 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 208 homes were approved, with a further 8 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, over these years, each dwelling constructed resulted in about 1.1 new residents per year. However, this figure has decreased to -0.1 people per dwelling over the past two financial years.

The average expected construction cost value of new homes is $252,000. This financial year, there have been $18.1 million in commercial approvals, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the Rest of Tas., Scottsdale - Bridport records 18.0% less building activity per person, placing it among the 67th percentile nationally.

All recent building activity consists of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional low density character and appealing to those seeking space. The location has approximately 211 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market. Population projections suggest stability or decline, which should reduce housing demand pressures and benefit potential buyers in Scottsdale - Bridport.

Scottsdale - Bridport has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 20thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified two projects likely affecting this region. Key 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 is a list of those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Scottsdale - Bridport recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Scottsdale - Bridport has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue collar jobs across various sectors. As of June 2025, the unemployment rate is 4.1%.

There are 3,267 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 0.2% higher than Rest of Tas.'s 3.9%, and a participation rate of 52.9%, lower than Rest of Tas.'s 55.7%. Key employment sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. The area has a strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing (3.1 times the regional level), but health care & social assistance employs only 9.1% of local workers, below Rest of Tas.'s 16.5%. Labour force decreased by 1.4%, employment declined by 1.3%, and unemployment fell by 0.1 percentage points in the 12 months leading up to June 2025.

Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 indicate that Scottsdale - Bridport's employment may increase by approximately 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 2022 shows that income in Scottsdale - Bridport is higher than average nationally. The median income is $44,638 and the average income stands at $69,374. This contrasts with Rest of Tas.'s figures where the median income is $47,358 and the average income is $57,384. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.83% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Scottsdale - Bridport would be approximately $50,811 (median) and $78,968 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family, and personal incomes in Scottsdale - Bridport all fall between the 5th and 10th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that the largest segment comprises 30.9% earning $400-$799 weekly (2,218 residents), differing from the surrounding region where the $1,500-$2,999 category predominates at 28.5%. Housing costs are modest with 88.1% of income retained, but the total disposable income ranks at just the 9th percentile nationally.

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

Scottsdale-Bridport's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.9% houses and 4.0% other dwellings. Non-Metro Tas., in comparison, had 92.6% houses and 7.4% 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 $1,198. Weekly rent median was $220, compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s $230. Nationally, Scottsdale-Bridport's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,083 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and 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 comprise the remaining 34.4%, with lone person households at 31.7% and group households making up 2.6%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is 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 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 prominent, with 38.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (30.5%).

Educational participation is high at 26.0%, including 11.2% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 1.5% pursuing tertiary education. Scottsdale-Bridport's 5 schools have a combined enrollment of 845 students. The area has varied educational conditions with 3 primary, 1 secondary, and 1 K-12 school. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs (11.9 places per 100 residents vs 9.6 regionally), indicating the area serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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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, with common conditions prevalent among both younger and older age groups. Approximately 54% (~3,904 people) have private health cover, higher than Rest of Tas's 49.4%.

The most frequent medical issues are arthritis (12.3%) and mental health concerns (8.5%), while 61.6% report no medical ailments, slightly above Rest of Tas's 60.6%. Scottsdale-Bridport has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 27.5% (1,973 people).

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 score below average. Its population was predominantly citizens, with 90.4% holding citizenship and 90.3% born in Australia. English was spoken at home by 97.5%.

Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 46.0%, compared to 45.1% across Rest of Tas. The top three ancestry groups were English (36.4%), Australian (36.1%), and Scottish (7.3%). Notably, Australian Aboriginals were proportionally higher at 3.0% in Scottsdale-Bridport than the regional average of 3.0%.

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 65-74 age group makes up 15.5% of its population, compared to 12.9% in Rest of Tas., and is notably higher than the national average of 9.4%. In comparison, the 25-34 cohort stands at 10.0%, lower than both Rest of Tas. (11.7%) and the national figure (12.6%). According to the 2021 Census, Scottsdale - Bridport's age distribution has shifted since the previous census. The 15-24 age group increased from 9.4% to 10.8%, while the 35-44 cohort rose from 9.8% to 11.1%. Conversely, the 55-64 group decreased from 16.7% to 15.2%, and the 5-14 age group fell from 11.7% to 10.2%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Scottsdale - Bridport's age profile. The 75-84 cohort is expected to grow by 201 people (34%), from 600 to 802. Notably, all population growth will come from the 65+ age groups, indicating an aging demographic trend. Conversely, populations in the 45-54 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to decline.