Wynyard
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Wynyard's population was approximately 6,925 as of November 2025. This represented an increase of 537 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 6,388. The growth was inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,712 in June 2024 and an additional 309 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a population density ratio of 118 persons per square kilometer. Wynyard's 8.4% growth exceeded both its SA3 area (4.1%) and SA4 region, making it a growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 73.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth by age group post-2032, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections were used, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year, adjusted employing a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends indicate an overall decline by 2041, with the area's population expected to reduce by 395 persons according to this methodology. However, specific age cohorts are anticipated to grow, led by the 75 to 84 age group projected to increase by 248 people.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Wynyard when compared nationally

Wynyard has had approximately 64 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 323 homes were approved, with another 19 approved so far in FY26. On average, 1.1 people moved to the area each year for every dwelling built during these years.

This balance between supply and demand has contributed to stable market conditions. The average construction cost value of new properties is $281,000. In this financial year, $8.1 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating the area's residential focus. Compared to the Rest of Tas., Wynyard has 154% more building activity per capita, offering greater choice for buyers.

However, development activity has decreased in recent periods. The new developments consist mainly of detached dwellings (98%) with a smaller proportion of townhouses or apartments (2%). This maintains the area's traditional low-density character, appealing to those seeking family homes with space. Wynyard has around 147 people per dwelling approval, suggesting characteristics of a growth area. With population stability or decline expected in the future, housing pressure may ease, potentially presenting buying opportunities.

Wynyard has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 11thth percentile nationally

Seven projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. These include the East Wynyard Foreshore Master Plan, Wynyard Affordable Housing Development, Martin Street Subdivision, and Bass Highway Cooee to Wynyard Upgrades. The following details those expected to be most relevant.

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Employment performance in Wynyard has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Wynyard's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs. Key sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training.

The area has a notable concentration in mining, with employment levels at 3.1 times the regional average. However, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, comprising only 4.3% of Wynyard's workforce compared to 8.4% in Rest of Tas. As of June 2025, 2,789 residents are employed with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, slightly higher than Rest of Tas.'s 3.9%. Workforce participation is lower at 49.7% compared to Rest of Tas.'s 55.7%.

Over the past year, employment grew by 2.7% while labour force increased by 2.1%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with local Wynyard growth estimated at approximately 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years based on industry-specific projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Wynyard's median taxpayer income is $48,000 and average income is $57,283 according to AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode level ATO data for the financial year 2022. This is lower than national averages. Rest of Tas., however, has a median income of $47,358 and an average income of $57,384. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $54,638 (median) and $65,205 (average). Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Wynyard fall between the 5th and 12th percentiles nationally. The $400 - $799 earnings band captures 32.2% of Wynyard's community (2,229 individuals), contrasting with the broader area where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket leads at 28.5%. The concentration of 40.5% in sub-$800 weekly brackets indicates economic challenges for a significant portion of Wynyard's community. After housing costs, 85.9% of income remains, ranking at the 8th percentile nationally.

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

Wynyard's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 90.8% houses and 9.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Tas.'s 90.3% houses and 9.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wynyard stood at 42.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.3% and rented ones at 28.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,235, higher than Non-Metro Tas.'s average of $1,200. Median weekly rent in Wynyard was $224, lower than Non-Metro Tas.'s figure of $240. Nationally, Wynyard's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 64.5% of all households, consisting of 20.3% couples with children, 32.5% couples without children, and 10.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.5%, with lone person households at 34.0% and group households comprising 1.5%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Tas. average of 2.3.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 15.2%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 10.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.7%) and certificates (30.1%). A total of 24.8% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, comprising 11.2% in primary, 6.7% in secondary, and 2.4% in tertiary education.

Wynyard's four schools have a combined enrollment of 769 students. Educational provision consists of two primary and two secondary institutions. School places per 100 residents (11.3) are below the regional average (16.3), with some students likely attending schools in neighboring areas.

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

Public transport analysis shows 35 active transport stops operating within Wynyard. These stops serve a mix of buses, totaling 73 individual routes that collectively provide 6,312 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 283 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency averages 901 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 180 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Wynyard faces significant health challenges with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. The private health cover rate is low at approximately 48%, covering around 3,344 people, compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.9%) and asthma (9.5%). About 57.9% of residents claim to be free from medical ailments, slightly lower than the Rest of Tas. figure of 60.3%. Wynyard has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 29.8%, with approximately 2,062 people falling into this age group compared to the Rest of Tas.'s 24.7%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Wynyard are better than those for the general population.

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

Wynyard's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 89.2% of its population born in Australia, 91.8% being citizens, and 97.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Wynyard, comprising 44.2% of the population. However, Judaism was overrepresented in Wynyard, making up 0.1% of its population compared to 0.0% across the rest of Tasmania.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups were English (35.2%), Australian (34.3%), and Scottish (7.2%). Notably, certain ethnic groups had different representations: Australian Aboriginal was overrepresented at 6.5% in Wynyard compared to 5.9% regionally, while Dutch representation was lower at 1.2%.

Wynyard hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Wynyard's median age at 49 years is significantly higher than the Rest of Tas. average of 45 years and considerably older than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to the Rest of Tas., the 75-84 cohort is notably over-represented in Wynyard, making up 11.3% of its population, while the 25-34 year-olds are under-represented at 9.7%. This 75-84 concentration is well above the national average of 6.0%. According to post-2021 Census data, Wynyard's 75 to 84 age group has grown from 10.0% to 11.3% of its population between unspecified dates. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 11.1% to 9.7%, and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 14.8% to 13.6%. By 2041, Wynyard is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. Leading this demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 29%, reaching 1,010 people from the previous total of 783. The aging population trend is clear, with those aged 65 and above comprising 81% of projected growth. Conversely, both the 0 to 4 and 65 to 74 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.