Acton Park (Tas.)

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According to ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Acton Park (Tas.) has an estimated population of 2,284 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 9 people (0.4%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 2,293 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 2,264, which was estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and 2 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. This population size results in a density of 119 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and room for potential expansion. The main driver of population growth was natural increase, which accounted for approximately 54.0% of all population gains in recent times.

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Acton Park has a highly educated workforce, a strong presence of workers in essential services, and a very low unemployment rate of 1.3%, according to aggregated statistical data analyzed by Districts. In March 2026, there were 1,283 employed residents, while the local unemployment rate sat 3.1% below the 4.4% recorded in Greater Hobart, and the participation rate was exceptionally high at 69.2% compared to 63.8% in Greater Hobart. According to Census records, a modest 13.4% of employed locals worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics from Districts for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in Acton Park are exceptionally high on a national scale, with a median of $63,078 and an average of $77,588. By comparison, Greater Hobart recorded a median of $54,577 and an average of $65,190. Adjusted for the 10.95% growth in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates stand at approximately $69,985 for the median and $86,084 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual incomes in Acton Park in the upper bracket nationally, ranking between the 83rd and 95th percentiles. The largest income group consists of 31.6% of residents (721 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which aligns closely with the broader region where of the population falls into this category. The high proportion of top-tier earners, with receiving more than weekly, points to substantial financial resources in the community. Residents retain of their earnings after meeting housing costs, indicating strong discretionary spending capacity, and the area ranks in the th decile on the SEIFA index of relative advantage.

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At the time of the last Census, the housing stock in Acton Park consisted of 100.0% separate houses and none of any other dwelling types like townhouses or apartments, whereas the Hobart metro area recorded 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwelling structures. Home ownership is particularly high in the suburb, with 45.8% of dwellings owned outright, while 52.4% are held with a mortgage and 1.8% are occupied by renters. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was considerably higher than the Hobart metro median of $1,517, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $350, matching the Hobart metro median of $350. Nationally, mortgage costs in Acton Park are well above the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs are below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 88.9%, which includes 51.3% couples with children, 31.0% couples without children, and 6.3% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 11.1%, consisting of single-person households at 9.3% and group households at 1.5%. The median household occupancy of 3.1 persons is larger than the Greater Hobart median of 2.4.

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The educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, with university degree holders making up 30.9% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the Tasmanian average of 25.5%. Among these tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.1%. Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 34.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 23.6%.

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Analysis of the local transit network shows 36 bus stops operating in Acton Park. These stops are served by 129 separate routes, which combine to offer 9,039 passenger journeys each week. Local transit access is moderate, with residents living an average of 542 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, the vast majority of working residents travel outside the area for employment, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 96% of commuters. Households own an average of 2.6 cars, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 13.4% of residents worked from home at the time of the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by public health restrictions in place at the time.

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Health data reveals excellent outcomes in Acton Park, according to Districts analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends, which show a very low incidence of common medical conditions across all age groups. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is high, covering approximately 58% of the population, or about 1,322 individuals, compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart.

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Acton Park exhibits relatively low cultural diversity, with 89.1% of the population born in Australia, 94.9% holding citizenship, and 96.5% using only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, which is practiced by 47.4% of local residents, compared to 39.8% across Greater Hobart.

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The median age of 43 years in Acton Park is higher than the Greater Hobart median of 39 years and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Hobart, the suburb has a higher proportion of residents in the 45 - 54 age bracket (14.7%) and a lower share of 25 - 34 year-olds (6.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 4.2% to 7.5%, and the 65 to 74 group has grown from 10.3% to 12.7%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 demographic has shrunk from 8.6% to 6.0%, and the 55 to group has declined from to . Projections to suggest further shifts in the age profile, led by the to group, which is expected to increase by (an increase of people, rising from to ). In contrast, the to and to age groups are projected to shrink.

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Acton Park currently has an estimated 107 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 69 children aged 0-2 and 47 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 0% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 9% by 2041 (to approximately 97 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 222. Birth rates in the area have averaged 7.4 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.