Tranmere (Tas.)

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According to census figures and subsequent address validations from Districts, the suburb of Tranmere (Tas.) has an estimated population of 2,730 as of May 2026. This represents an increase of 512 people (23.1%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 2,218 people. This projection builds on an Estimated Resident Population of 2,715 from the June 2025 ABS release, combined with 75 validated new addresses confirmed since the census. The population density stands at 957 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical suburban benchmarks. With a 23.1% growth rate since the 2021 census, the suburb of Tranmere (Tas.) significantly outpaced the wider SA4 region (3.9%) and Greater Hobart, positioning it as a regional growth leader. This expansion was largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 69.0% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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The local workforce is highly educated with significant representation in essential service sectors, an unemployment rate of just 0.7%, and an estimated job growth of 4.5% over the past year. In March 2026, 1,615 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate of 3.7% sat below the Greater Hobart rate of 4.4%. Workforce participation is high at 71.0% compared to the regional average of 63.8%. According to census data, a low 11.6% of residents worked from home, although this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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ATO records for the financial year 2023 show that incomes in the suburb of Tranmere are exceptionally high by national standards, with a median of $67,705 and an average of $82,323. In comparison, Greater Hobart recorded a median income of $54,577 and an average of $65,190. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $75,119 for the median and $91,337 for the average. Census data places household, family, and personal incomes in the 82nd to 88th percentiles nationally. The largest income group comprises 32.0% of residents (873 people) who earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is consistent with the surrounding region where fall into this bracket. The area displays high affluence, with earning more than per week, which supports upscale retail and services. Residents retain of their income after housing costs, showing strong disposable income, and the suburb sits in the th decile for the SEIFA index of relative socio-economic advantage and disadvantage.

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The housing stock in Tranmere at the time of the latest census consisted of 99.1% separate houses and 0.9% other dwelling types such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative accommodation, compared to the Hobart metro breakdown of 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Homeownership was high, with 41.1% of properties owned outright, while the remaining homes were mortgaged (47.2%) or rented (11.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,072 and the median weekly rent was $550, compared to regional averages of $1,517 and $350 respectively. On a national level, mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up 81.3% of households, consisting of couples with children at 38.1%, couples without children at 35.9%, and single parents at 7.6%. Non-family households comprise the remaining 18.7%, with single person households accounting for 16.7% and group households making up 1.8%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.

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The educational profile of the area is distinct, with university graduation rates at 34.5% of residents aged 15+ years, exceeding the state average of 25.5% and the SA3 average of 28.9%. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 22.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Vocational education is also common, with 32.3% of residents aged 15+ years holding technical qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 20.7%.

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Public transport services in Tranmere include 21 bus stops. These stops are served by 69 routes, which provide a total of 4,577 passenger trips per week. Transport access is high, with the average distance to a stop being 138 meters. Because the area is mainly residential, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of travel for 91% of commuters, while 7% travel by bus. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low proportion of residents (11.6%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions.

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Health outcomes in Tranmere are positive, with low rates of common chronic illnesses and mortality across both younger and older demographics. Private health insurance is common, covering approximately 60% of the population (1,631 people), compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart.

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Cultural diversity in the area is lower than average, with 82.3% of residents born in Australia, 91.0% holding citizenship, and 89.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 49.3% of residents. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.6% of the population compared to 0.1% across Greater Hobart.

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The median age of 44 years in Tranmere is higher than the Greater Hobart average of 39 and the national median of 38. The 45 - 54 age group is larger than the regional average, making up 15.4% of the population, while 25 - 34 year-olds are less common at 8.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85 and over has increased from 1.5% to 3.0%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 6.0% to 7.4%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort fell from 9.7% to 8.1%, and the 65 to 74 age group decreased from to . By demographic shifts are expected to continue, with the to cohort projected to increase by people () from to while the to cohort is projected to shrink by people.

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Tranmere currently has an estimated 122 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 72 children aged 0-2 and 48 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 15% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 12% by 2041 (to approximately 137 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 235. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.