Sorell - Richmond

Sorell - Richmond lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Sorell - Richmond's population is approximately 11,078 as of February 2026. This represents an increase of 1,085 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,993. The growth was inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,742 in June 2024 and an additional 601 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 29 persons per square kilometer. Sorell - Richmond's 10.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (4.9%) and Greater Hobart, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 65.9% to overall population gains during 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, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made using weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on demographic trends and latest annual ERP population numbers, Sorell - Richmond is projected to grow by 2,548 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 20.0% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Sorell - Richmond among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Richmond-Sorell has seen approximately 131 new home approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 659 homes. As of FY26, 48 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling constructed between FY21 and FY25 accommodates around 1.8 new residents per year. This balance suggests stable market conditions, with new homes valued at approximately $281,000 on average.

Commercial investments totalled $22.6 million in the current financial year. Compared to Greater Hobart, Richmond-Sorell shows moderately higher new home approvals, around 28.0% above the regional average per person over five years. This activity is notably higher than the national average, indicating strong developer interest. Recent construction primarily comprises standalone homes (98.0%) and townhouses/apartments (2.0%), maintaining the area's traditional low-density character.

The location has approximately 86 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market. Population forecasts indicate Richmond-Sorell will gain around 2,212 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply is expected to meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth beyond current projections.

Sorell - Richmond has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 5thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects that could affect this region. Notable projects are Sorell School Redevelopment, Brighton to Cambridge Freight Route Study, Tasman Highway Duplication Project, and Cambridge-Clarence Recycled Water Interconnector. The following details those most relevant.

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Despite maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.3%, Sorell - Richmond has experienced recent job losses, resulting in a below average employment performance ranking when compared nationally

Sorell-Richmond has a skilled workforce with an unemployment rate of 3.3% as of September 2025. In this period, 5,371 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.7% lower than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Sorell-Richmond is similar to Greater Hobart's at 63.8%.

According to Census responses, 10.0% of residents work from home. The dominant employment sectors among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction shows strong specialization with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. Health care & social assistance has limited presence at 14.4%, compared to 17.3% regionally.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the labour force decreased by 0.6% while employment declined by 0.8%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Hobart recorded an employment decline of 0.7%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that over five years, national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% and over ten years by 13.7%. Applying these projections to Sorell-Richmond's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The median income among taxpayers in Sorell-Richmond SA2 was $54,113 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $60,040 during the same period. These figures compare to $54,577 and $65,190 respectively for Greater Hobart. Based on a 9.6% growth since financial year 2023, estimated median and average incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $59,308 and $65,764. According to Census data, household, family, and personal incomes in Sorell-Richmond rank modestly, between the 31st and 36th percentiles. The income bracket of $1,500-$2,999 captures 33.8% of the community (3,744 individuals), similar to the broader metropolitan region at 32.2%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.4% of income remaining after expenses, ranking at the 32nd percentile.

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

Sorell-Richmond's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 96.4% houses and 3.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Hobart metro's 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Sorell-Richmond was 36.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.8% and rented ones at 22.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,506, below Hobart metro's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Sorell-Richmond was $355, compared to Hobart metro's $350. Nationally, Sorell-Richmond's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Sorell - Richmond has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 72.4% of all households, including 27.2% couples with children, 31.4% couples without children, and 12.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 27.6%, with lone person households at 25.9% and group households making up 1.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Greater Hobart average.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 18.8%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 32.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 12.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 41.3% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (31.0%). Educational participation is high at 25.7%, with 10.8% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.8% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Sorell - Richmond has two active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are served by five individual routes, collectively facilitating 1244 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically residing 3851 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward, with cars being the dominant mode at 94%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 10% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 177 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 622 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Sorell - Richmond faces substantial health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is very low at approximately 49% of the total population (~5,417 people), compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (11.8%) and mental health issues (10.1%). Only 61.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 23.6% of residents aged 65 and over (2,615 people), higher than Greater Hobart's 19.9%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with national rankings for the general population.

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

Sorell-Richmond, as per the census data from 6 June 2016, had a below-average cultural diversity level with 87.6% of its population born in Australia and 91.0% being Australian citizens. English was spoken at home by 94.8% of the population. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 46.3% of Sorell-Richmond's population.

The 'Other' religious category had a lower representation in Sorell-Richmond at 0.8%, compared to Greater Hobart's 1.1%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (35.6%), Australian (32.4%), and Irish (8.2%). Notably, Australian Aboriginal people were overrepresented in Sorell-Richmond at 2.7% compared to the regional average of 3.0%, while Welsh and Dutch populations showed similar representation with 0.5% each for both areas.

Sorell - Richmond's median age exceeds the national pattern

Sorell-Richmond has a median age of 42, which exceeds Greater Hobart's figure of 39 and the national norm of 38. The 55-64 age group constitutes 13.1% of its population, compared to Greater Hobart, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 12.8%. According to the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 12.2% to 13.9%, and the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 7.0% to 8.6%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group declined from 12.0% to 10.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Sorell-Richmond's age profile will significantly evolve. The 45 to 54 group is projected to grow by 54%, reaching 1,820 people from 1,185. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 51% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 cohort is projected to decline by 225 people.