Ulverstone (Tas.)

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According to census figures and subsequent residential updates tracked by Districts, the suburb of Ulverstone has a population estimated at 6,758 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 105 people (1.6%) relative to the 6,653 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The calculation is based on a baseline count of 6,710 compiled by Districts using the June 2025 demographic release from the ABS, supplemented by 172 validated new addresses registered after the census date. With these numbers, the locality has a density of 405 persons per square kilometer, which indicates low-density living and potential capacity for future expansion. The local growth rate of 1.6% since the census is within 1.6 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (3.2%), indicating competitive regional dynamics. Net population gains during recent timeframes were almost exclusively driven by arrivals from overseas.

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The local workforce shows a mix of white-collar and blue-collar employment, with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.5%, and an annual employment growth rate of 3.3% according to Districts regional aggregates. By March 2026, working residents numbered 2,870, while the local jobless rate was 0.5% higher than the Regional Tas. benchmark of 3.9%, and the labor participation rate of 52.0% fell well behind the regional mark of 58.8%. Census records show that a minor 5.7% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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ATO records for the 2023 financial year show that taxpayers in the suburb of Ulverstone had a median income of $48,418 and a mean income of $57,632. These figures are below national averages and compare to $49,689 (median) and $59,358 (average) across Regional Tas. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the 2023 financial year, adjusted estimates for March 2026 stand at roughly $53,720 for the median and $63,943 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Ulverstone between the 3rd and 11th percentiles nationally. The largest bracket consists of 34.1% of taxpayers (2,304 residents) earning between $400 - 799 weekly, which differs from the wider region where the weekly bracket of - is the most common at . The fact that of earners make under weekly points to financial pressures for a large portion of the population. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs sits at , placing the area in the th percentile nationwide.

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The housing stock in the suburb of Ulverstone at the time of the census consisted of 85.1% standalone houses and 14.8% alternative properties like townhouses and apartments, compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% alternative dwellings across Regional Tas. Home ownership in the suburb of Ulverstone was higher than the regional average at 44.9%, with the remaining properties split between mortgaged homes (27.9%) and rental properties (27.2%). The median mortgage payment of $1,100 per month was notably lower than the Regional Tas. median, while the median weekly rent was identical to the regional figure at $250, compared to Regional Tas. levels of $1,274 and $250. Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Ulverstone are well below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up 61.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 19.9%, couples without children at 28.5%, and single parents at 12.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 38.3%, with single-person households representing 36.6% and group living situations making up 1.9% of the total. The average household size of 2.1 persons is slightly below the Regional Tas. average of 2.3.

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The locality presents lower rates of higher education, with university graduation rates at 14.8%, which is well below the national benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a clear gap and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly represented, with 38.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 29.7%.

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Public transit data shows 2 active transit stops in the suburb of Ulverstone, which are serviced by a mix of buses. There are 7 distinct routes operating across these stops, providing a combined total of 504 weekly passenger trips. Overall transit access is classified as limited, with residents living an average of 1055 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the locality, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 93%, while 4% of commuters walk. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 cars per home, which is below the regional average. A relatively low 5.7% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators point to significant challenges in the suburb of Ulverstone, based on analysis of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older demographics. Furthermore, the rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 50% of the population (~3,379 people) compared to a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Ulverstone exhibits lower levels of multicultural diversity, with 90.6% of residents born within Australia, 93.0% holding citizenship, and 97.1% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 46.6% of the population, compared to 43.0% across Regional Tas.

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The median age in the suburb of Ulverstone is 49 years, which is older than the Regional Tas. average of 45 and substantially higher than the Australian median of 38. Compared to regional averages, the 75 - 84 age cohort is highly represented at 12.9%, whereas young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 7.9%. The local 75 - 84 cohort concentration is much higher than the national average of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 10.5% to 12.9% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 14.5% to 15.8%. Meanwhile, the 25 to age group dropped from to and the to group declined from to . By the age structure is expected to undergo major shifts. The to cohort will lead this trend with a increase ( people), growing from to . This aging shift is clear, with seniors aged + accounting for of all projected population growth, while both the to and to age brackets are expected to contract.

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Ulverstone currently has an estimated 297 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 173 children aged 0-2 and 116 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 4% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 18% by 2041 (to approximately 244 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 573. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 6.9 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.