Newstead (Tas.)

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According to ABS population updates alongside new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Newstead (Tas.) has an estimated population of 5,638 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 21 people (0.4%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,617 residents. The change is calculated from a resident population of 5,629, estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 50 validated new addresses since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 1,495 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across Australian locations evaluated by Districts. The 0.4% growth since the census is within 2.2 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (2.6%), showing competitive growth patterns. Population growth in the suburb of Newstead (Tas.) was mostly driven by overseas migration, which acted as the sole source of population increases in recent times.

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Newstead features a highly educated workforce with strong representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 2.0%, derived from Districts statistical area data. In March 2026, there were 2,802 employed residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.9% below the Regional Tas. rate of 3.9%, and the participation rate matching the Regional Tas. level of 58.8%. Census data indicates that 9.9% of residents worked from home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

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According to the latest postcode ATO data for the 2023 financial year, average incomes in Newstead are slightly above national averages, with a median of $54,674 and an average of $68,762. This compares to a median of $49,689 and an average of $59,358 in Regional Tas. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $60,661 (median) and $76,291 (average). 2021 Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes rank modestly, placing between the 34th and 46th percentiles. The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket includes 27.6% of the population (1,556 individuals), which matches the metropolitan average of 28.5%. Housing costs are manageable, with residents retaining of income, though disposable income is below average at the th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Newstead consisted of 76.2% detached houses and 23.8% other dwelling types, including semi-detached houses and apartments, compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings across Regional Tas. The home ownership rate matched the regional average at 39.8%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (31.6%) or rented (28.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,417, which is higher than the Regional Tas. average of $1,274. The median weekly rent was $310, compared to the regional figure of $250. Nationally, mortgage payments in Newstead are below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.

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Family households make up 63.1% of the local area, consisting of couples with children at 25.2%, couples without children at 26.3%, and single parent families at 10.7%. Non-family households account for the remaining 36.9%, with single-person households at 34.0% and group households at 2.9%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals matches the Regional Tas. average.

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Educational attainment in Newstead is high, with 34.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 19.3% in Rest of Tas. and 21.7% in the SA4 region. This education profile positions the community well for professional services roles. Bachelor degrees are held by 22.8% of the population, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%. Vocational education is also common, with 27.0% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (17.8%).

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Public transport services in Newstead consist of 29 active bus stops. These stops connect to 150 unique routes, which support 11,524 passenger trips weekly. Transport access is high, with residents living an average of 198 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute out of the area, with private cars being the main transport mode at 90%, and 5% of residents walking. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.3 cars per household, below the regional average. Working from home was recorded at 9.9% of residents during the 2021 Census, which was influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Newstead shows notable health requirements based on mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence, with health issues observed across younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 54% of the population (~3,067 people). This compares to a rate of 49.1% across Regional Tas.

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Newstead has lower levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 88.2% of the population, 83.0% born in Australia, and 91.0% speaking English as their sole home language. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 42.9% of the population. Judaism represents a notable local overrepresentation at 0.4% of residents, compared to 0.1% across Regional Tas.

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The median age of 43 years in the suburb of Newstead (Tas.) is slightly lower than the Regional Tas. average of 45, but older than the national median of 38. Compared to the Regional Tas. average, the 15 - 24 age cohort is over-represented at 13.4%, while the 65 - 74 age cohort is under-represented at 10.1%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group increased from 12.1% to 13.4%, and the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 8.3% to 9.6%, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 12.0% to 10.7%. Projections to 2041 indicate that the population of the suburb of Newstead (Tas.) will age. The + cohort is expected to grow by people () from to . Overall, residents aged + will account for of total growth, while the population of the to and to age groups is projected to decline.

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Newstead currently has an estimated 225 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 134 children aged 0-2 and 90 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 7% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 5% by 2041 (to approximately 236 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 476. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.5 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally).