Newnham (Tas.)

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According to the evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region alongside address details confirmed by Districts post-Census, the population of the suburb of Newnham is projected to be approximately 7,263 in May 2026. This represents a rise of 190 residents (2.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered 7,073 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population count of 7,257, which was calculated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 plus an extra 42 validated new addresses confirmed after the Census. This count indicates a density of 1,218 persons per square kilometer, outperforming the norm among countrywide settings tracked by Districts. The 2.7% expansion recorded in the suburb of Newnham since the 2021 census was faster than the SA3 region (2.6%), establishing it as a local growth frontrunner. The main driver of population growth for the area was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 87.0% of the aggregate demographic gains over recent timeframes.

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A qualified labor pool characterizes the suburb of Newnham, with representation across various sectors and an unemployment rate of 4.8%, drawn from Districts compilations of local statistical boundaries. In March 2026, 3,519 local residents were employed, while the joblessness rate sat 0.8% higher than the Regional Tas. rate of 3.9%, and labor force participation matched the Regional Tas. level of 58.8%. Census data indicates a minor 3.3% of workers operated from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind.

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The most recent postcode ATO statistics for financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the suburb of Newnham are below national norms, with a median of $44,728 and an average of $49,460. These figures compare to a median of $49,689 and an average of $59,358 in Regional Tas. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $49,626 for the median and $54,876 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Newnham sit between the 13th and 15th percentiles nationally. Regarding the distribution of income, the largest bracket contains 30.4% of residents (2,207 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring regional patterns where fall into this bracket. Income retention is low due to severe housing affordability pressures, leaving just of earnings, which ranks in the th percentile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Newnham consisted of 77.2% single-family houses and 22.8% alternative formats (including semi-detached units, apartments, and other styles), compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% alternative formats in Regional Tas. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Newnham were behind the regional level, standing at 30.5%, while the remaining properties were either under mortgage (32.3%) or occupied by tenants (37.3%). Typical monthly mortgage payments of $1,300 were higher than the Regional Tas. median of $1,274, whereas weekly rent was recorded at $270 compared to $250 regionally. On a national level, mortgage commitments in the suburb of Newnham are well below the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are also considerably lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 66.6%, consisting of couples with children at 25.8%, couples without children at 26.0%, and single-parent homes at 13.0%. Non-family living situations account for the remaining 33.4%, with single-person homes at 28.6% and shared group households at 4.9%. The median occupancy size is 2.5 residents, which exceeds the Regional Tas. median of 2.3.

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Attainment levels in the suburb of Newnham lag behind regional averages, with 21.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary qualification compared to 30.4% nationally. This difference points to opportunities for future educational growth and training. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 13.6%, followed by postgraduate study (6.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Vocational training is common, with 32.0% of the population aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (6.6%) and certificates (25.4%).

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An assessment of transit options shows 37 passenger stops situated within the suburb of Newnham, consisting of various bus options. These stops connect to 109 separate transit routes, generating 8,647 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average of 206 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers travel to other districts, with cars remaining the main transit mode at 90%, and buses used by 6%. Household car ownership averages 1.4 vehicles. A minor 3.3% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was potentially affected by pandemic health mandates.

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Assessments of mortality metrics and chronic illness levels by Districts indicate that the suburb of Newnham faces notable health difficulties, affecting both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very low at around 47% (~3,397 people). This is below the 49.1% coverage rate across Regional Tas. and the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Newnham exhibits greater multicultural character than most regional markets, with 29.0% of the population born outside Australia and 26.7% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 40.5% of the local population. The most prominent divergence from regional averages is in the Other category, which accounts for 3.3% of residents compared to 0.7% throughout Regional Tas.

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The median age in the suburb of Newnham is 33 years, which is well below the Regional Tas. average of 45 and younger than the national median of 38. Relative to regional averages, there is a strong concentration in the 25 - 34 cohort (20.1% of the population), while the 65 - 74 group is smaller than average (8.5%). The 25 - 34 representation is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 12.1% to 14.3% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 group has fallen from 10.1% to 8.3%. Population projections indicate significant changes by with the to group expected to grow by , adding residents to total . Senior growth is also expected, with residents aged and over representing of the projected increase. Conversely, declines are expected within the to and to cohorts.

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Newnham currently has an estimated 363 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 241 children aged 0-2 and 161 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 10% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 369 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 722. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.3 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.