Glenorchy (Tas.)

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According to ABS population updates evaluated for the surrounding region and subsequent address validations conducted by Districts, the suburb of Glenorchy (Tas.) is estimated to have a population of 11,936 in May 2026. This represents a decline of 77 people (0.6%) compared to the 12,013 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This adjustment is based on an estimated resident count of 11,934 calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, alongside 93 validated new addresses registered after the census. The population density stands at 1,151 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks across Districts locations. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Glenorchy (Tas.) has shown steady development with a 1.0% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the broader SA3. This growth was almost entirely supported by international migration, which acted as the sole driver of population expansion in recent times.

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The workforce contains many qualified individuals with strong representation in key service sectors, alongside an unemployment rate of 7.5%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 5,721, while the jobless rate was 3.1% higher than the Greater Hobart level of 4.4%, and the participation rate was slightly lower at 60.6% compared to the regional benchmark of 63.8%. Census data indicates that a minor 4.6% of the workforce operated from home, though this period was affected by pandemic restrictions.

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According to the ATO postcode data published for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers earn a median income of $47,093 and an average of $51,109. These figures sit below the national benchmarks, and compare to a median of $54,577 and an average of $65,190 in Greater Hobart. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures would be around $52,250 for the median and $56,705 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and personal incomes between the 9th and 13th percentiles nationally. Regarding distribution, 27.4% of the population (3,270 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket, which is comparable to the metropolitan proportion of . Housing affordability is under significant pressure, with residents retaining only of their income, which ranks in the th percentile.

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Residential dwelling types at the time of the last Census consisted of 78.2% separate houses and 21.9% alternative housing styles including semi-detached properties, units, and other structures, compared to 85.3% houses and 14.7% alternative options in Greater Hobart. Home ownership rates were lower than the metropolitan average at 26.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with mortgages (27.9%) or tenants (45.3%). The median mortgage payment was $1,300 per month, which is below the Greater Hobart average of $1,517, while the median weekly rental cost was $320 compared to the regional figure of $350. Nationally, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also below the countrywide figure of $375.

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Families make up 59.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 20.9%, couples without children at 22.2%, and single parent households at 15.1%. The remaining 40.2% are non-family households, which are composed of single person households at 35.6% and shared group households at 4.4%. The median household occupancy is 2.3 people, which is slightly smaller than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.

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Educational attainment levels are lower than the regional averages, with 27.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 32.8% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are held by 14.9% of the population, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly represented, with 30.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.1% and certificates at 22.1%.

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Public transport connectivity is supported by 90 stops offering bus services. These stops accommodate 179 distinct routes, providing a total of 12,256 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 178 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because of the residential nature of the area, most workers commute to other districts, with private vehicles remaining the primary transport mode at 83%, followed by bus transit at 11%. Car ownership averages 1.1 vehicles per household, which is below the regional benchmark. A low proportion of 4.6% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.

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Local health statistics show notable difficulties, based on mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across multiple age groups, with private health insurance uptake being low at approximately 47% of residents (~5,661 people). This is below the 51.7% recorded in Greater Hobart and the national average of 55.7%.

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The local population displays higher levels of cultural diversity than most benchmark areas, with 29.4% of residents born outside Australia and 27.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 39.8% of the population. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Hinduism, which is practiced by 11.0% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Hobart average of 2.8%.

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The median age of 34 years is lower than the Greater Hobart average of 39 and also below the Australian median of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (21.0%) and fewer residents aged 45 - 54 (9.4%). The proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 12.2% to 16.0%, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 10.8% to 9.6%. Demographic projections suggest the age structure will change by 2041, with the to group expected to grow by (adding residents to reach ) while the to and to groups are expected to contract.

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Glenorchy currently has an estimated 692 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 404 children aged 0-2 and 269 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 731 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 867. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.