Devonport (Tas.)

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Demographic assessments by Districts utilizing ABS data and verified new addresses indicate the population of the suburb of Devonport is approximately 14,788 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 307 people (2.1%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 14,481 residents. This adjustment is based on a resident population estimate of 14,786 by Districts, derived from the ABS ERP data release (June 2025) along with 110 validated new addresses added since the census. The current population translates to a density of 1,437 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the national average for locations analyzed by Districts. The 2.1% growth rate of the suburb of Devonport is within 1.7 percentage points of the wider SA4 region (3.8%), indicating solid growth fundamentals. Recent population gains were almost entirely fueled by overseas migration, which served as the primary growth contributor.

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Devonport exhibits a balanced job market with both white collar and blue collar roles, where essential services are well represented, an unemployment rate of 5.9%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.1% over the past year, according to Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 6,729 residents are in work, and the unemployment rate is 2.0% above Regional Tas.'s rate of 3.9%, while workforce participation is somewhat below standard (56.8% compared to Regional Tas.'s 58.8%). Based on Census responses, a low 4.9% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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Taxpayer income records from the ATO for financial year 2023 aggregated by Districts show that Devonport has below-average income levels compared to the rest of the nation. The median taxpayer income is $45,757 and the average income is $54,000, compared to regional Tasmanian averages of $49,689 and $59,358. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates point to a median income of approximately $50,767 and an average of $59,913 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in Devonport between the 7th and 14th national percentiles. The local earnings structure indicates the $400 - 799 range is the most common, capturing 28.6% of taxpayers (4,229 individuals), whereas the regional leader is the - range at . Housing costs represent a significant burden, leaving residents with only of their income, which sits in the th percentile.

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According to the latest Census, residential structures in Devonport consisted of 83.4% houses and 16.7% alternative dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or other formats, compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% alternative options in Regional Tas. Homeownership in Devonport is lower than the regional rate at 34.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (28.9%) or occupied by tenants (37.0%). The median mortgage payment in the area was lower than the regional average at $1,192 per month, while the median weekly rent was identical to the regional figure at $250, compared to regional benchmarks of $1,274 and $250. Nationally, mortgage costs in Devonport are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent costs are below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 61.3%, consisting of couples with children at 20.2%, couples without children at 25.8%, and single parents at 14.2%. The remaining 38.7% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 35.5% and group living situations accounting for 3.2%. The median household occupancy is 2.2 people, which is slightly smaller than the Regional Tas. average of 2.3.

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Educational attainment profiles reveal challenges, with university completion rates at 16.2%, which is lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents an opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are held by 11.2% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Technical and trade credentials are common, with 38.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 9.3% and certificates at 28.9%.

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Public transit networks include 2 transit stops operating in Devonport, utilizing a combination of buses. These stops are served by 6 distinct routes, which provide a combined 156 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is considered low, with residents living an average of 1592 meters away from their nearest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, most workers commute elsewhere, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 92% of workers, and 5% choosing to walk. Car ownership stands at 1.2 vehicles per home, which is lower than the regional average. A low 4.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been impacted by pandemic conditions.

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Significant health issues are apparent in Devonport, based on Districts assessments of mortality and chronic illness rates across multiple age bands, with private health insurance coverage being very low at approximately 49% of residents (~7,181 people) compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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Devonport exhibits lower cultural diversity indicators, with citizens making up 89.9% of the population, 88.0% born domestically, and 93.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 41.8% of residents. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, matching the Regional Tas. rate of 0.1%.

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The median age in Devonport is 43 years, slightly lower than the Regional Tas. median of 45 years but higher than the national standard of 38 years. Relative to the regional average, the 25 - 34 age bracket is overrepresented at 13.1%, while the 65 - 74 bracket is underrepresented at 11.3%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has expanded from 10.9% to 12.5% of the community, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 8.1% to 9.7%, whereas the 65 to 74 cohort decreased from 12.2% to 11.3%. Population models indicate the age profile will change by with the + cohort expected to expand by people () from to . Seniors aged + are projected to make up of all population growth, highlighting the aging trend, while declines are forecasted for the to and to age groups.

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Devonport currently has an estimated 724 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 428 children aged 0-2 and 286 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 4% by 2041 (to approximately 695 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,286. Birth rates in the area have averaged 9.7 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.