Claremont
Claremont's house prices have delivered a 7.1% CAGR across 30 years, growing from $82,500 in 1996 to $645,000 in 2026, a trajectory that turned a working-class outer suburb into a middle-market proposition. Despite this price growth, SEIFA deciles remain at 1-2 across all indices, indicating the existing population has not kept pace economically. Community and personal service workers lead occupations (589), ahead of labourers (528), and university attainment at 24.7% sits 5.4 percentage points below the national rate. The 7.5% unemployment and 48.8% rent growth over the decade both exceed national norms, creating affordability pressure on a suburb where 36.8% rent.
Population
8,397
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,241/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Median House
$645K
YTD 2026
The $645,000 median, while high by historical Claremont standards, remains below Hobart's inner-ring suburbs. Detached houses at 73.1% are supplemented by a notable 23.9% apartment share, reflecting the Derwent River corridor's housing mix. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 54.6%, with only 13.6% having 4+ bedrooms, skewing toward smaller family or couple housing. Mortgage repayments of $1,300 per month against household income of $1,241 per week produce a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.2%, manageable on paper. However, the SEIFA decile of 2 means many potential buyers lack the savings for deposit requirements. Over 30 years, prices grew from $82,500 to $645,000 (681.8% total, 7.1% CAGR).
For Buyers
The $645,000 median, while high by historical Claremont standards, remains below Hobart's inner-ring suburbs. Detached houses at 73.1% are supplemented by a notable 23.9% apartment share, reflecting the Derwent River corridor's housing mix. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 54.6%, with only 13.6% having 4+ bedrooms, skewing toward smaller family or couple housing. Mortgage repayments of $1,300 per month against household income of $1,241 per week produce a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.2%, manageable on paper. However, the SEIFA decile of 2 means many potential buyers lack the savings for deposit requirements. Over 30 years, prices grew from $82,500 to $645,000 (681.8% total, 7.1% CAGR).
For Investors
The 36.8% renter share provides a reasonable tenant base, though vacancy at 5.4% is moderate. Weekly rent of $320 against the $645,000 median produces a thin gross yield around 2.6%. Rent surged 48.8% over the decade, the highest rent growth in this entire cohort, driven by Hobart's broader rental crisis. Zero development applications in 12 months means no new supply is entering the market, which should support continued rent pressure. Population grows at 0.72% per year (62 people). The affordability trend is worsening (43.7% in 2011 to 47.4% in 2021), making renters increasingly trapped as purchasing becomes harder.
Schools in Claremont iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Holy Rosary Catholic School
Prep-6 · 374 students
OneSchool Global Tas
3-12 · 92 students
Claremont College
11-12 · 467 students
Windermere Primary School
K-6 · 452 students
Austins Ferry Primary School
K-6 · 416 students
Demographics
English ancestry leads at 3,603 (43%), followed by Irish (760) and Scottish (626). The overseas-born share of 14.6% is 7.0 points below the national average, making Claremont one of the most homogeneous suburbs in this analysis. Nepali (71) and Punjabi (64) are the top non-English languages, reflecting recent South Asian migration to Tasmania. University attainment at 24.7% sits 5.4 points below national. The median age of 38 matches the national average, lower than expected for Tasmania. Average household size of 2.3 is below national. The 24.2% residential turnover is moderate, indicating a mix of stable owners and cycling renters.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
73.1%
Houses
3.0%
Townhouse
23.9%
Apartment
Tenure
Prices grew from $82,500 in 1996 to $645,000 in 2026, a 681.8% total gain and 7.1% CAGR over 30 years. The trough of $79,000 in 2001 and steady recovery since make this one of Australia's most complete long-term price histories. Detached houses at 73.1% are supplemented by apartments at 23.9% and semi-detached at 3.0%. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 54.6%. Ownership splits: 29.6% outright, 33.6% mortgage, 36.8% renting. Affordability is worsening: the price-to-income ratio rose from 43.7% in 2011 to 47.4% in 2021, a rare deterioration driven by prices outpacing wages. Rent stress at 25.8% and mortgage stress at 24.2% are both below 30% but elevated.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$1,300
Rent / wk
$320
HH Size
2.3
Personal Income / wk
$675
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.4%
Unoccupied
196
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.2%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
26.3%
Couples, no children
6,212
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare dominates at 22.3% (517 workers), consistent with Hobart's public health infrastructure. Construction follows at 10.9% (252), public administration at 9.2% (212), education at 8.5% (197), and retail at 7.9% (182). Community service workers lead occupations (589), followed by labourers (528) and clerical workers (520), a distinctly service-and-trades profile. Unemployment at 7.5% is above the national rate, and participation at 53.8% is below national norms. SEIFA deciles are uniformly low: IEO decile 1, IER decile 2, IRSD decile 2, IRSAD decile 2, placing Claremont in the bottom 20% for socioeconomic advantage nationally.
Unemployment
2.9%
Labour Force
2,157
Unemployed
62
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
62.5%
Part-time
30.0%
Participation
53.8%
Employed
3,457
Occupations
Top Industries
University
24.7%
Postgraduate
8.2%
Born Overseas
14.6%
Dwellings
3,392
Transport to Work
Five schools serve the area: Holy Rosary Catholic (primary, ICSEA 977, 374 students), OneSchool Global (independent combined, ICSEA 970, 92 students), Claremont College (government secondary, ICSEA 907, 467 students), Windermere Primary (government, ICSEA 902, 452 students), and Austins Ferry Primary (government, ICSEA 894, 416 students). All sit below the national ICSEA median of 1000, reflecting the suburb's disadvantage profile. Public transport at 4.3% is moderate for Hobart. The 8.7% needing daily assistance is high. Zero development applications mean no new infrastructure or housing projects are in progress.
Drive
86.3%
Public Transport
4.3%
Walk / Cycle
2.1%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+0.72%/yr
(+62 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grows at 0.72% per year, adding 62 residents annually. Net migration is modest: 34 overseas arrivals and -29 internal departures. Medium projections show 9,005 by 2031, up from 8,592 in 2025. Active gentrification signals score 47, the highest in this batch, driven by 48.8% rent growth, 11.5% real income growth, and accelerating population change from 0% to 10%. The declining young-family share (-2.2 points) and growing working-age share (+3.0 points) suggest the gentrification is bringing in working-age adults who displace families. However, the SEIFA decile 2 status shows this process has not yet lifted overall socioeconomic outcomes.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+34
Net Internal / yr
-29
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +10% since 2011, Accelerating: 0% → 10%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Claremont compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Claremont a good suburb to live in?
Claremont offers Hobart proximity at a $645,000 median, with strong long-term price growth (7.1% CAGR over 30 years). Trade-offs include SEIFA decile 2, 7.5% unemployment, and all 5 schools scoring below the national ICSEA median of 1000. The 73.1% detached housing and Derwent River location provide lifestyle appeal, but car dependency (86.3% drive) limits options.
What is the median house price in Claremont?
The median house price is $645,000 as of 2026, up from $525,000 in 2024 and $582,500 in 2025. Over 30 years, prices grew from $82,500 in 1996 to $645,000 (7.1% CAGR, 681.8% total). Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,300, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.2%.
What schools are in Claremont?
Claremont has 5 schools: Holy Rosary Catholic (primary, ICSEA 977, 374 students), OneSchool Global (independent combined, ICSEA 970, 92 students), Claremont College (government secondary, ICSEA 907, 467 students), Windermere Primary (government, ICSEA 902, 452 students), and Austins Ferry Primary (government, ICSEA 894, 416 students). All sit below the national median of 1000.
Is Claremont safe?
Specific crime data is not available for Claremont. SEIFA decile 2 across all indices, 7.5% unemployment, 36.8% renter rate, and 24.2% residential turnover indicate elevated disadvantage compared to the national median. The 8.7% needing daily assistance adds community vulnerability. These factors correlate with higher crime risk in similar-profile suburbs.
Is Claremont good for property investment?
The 36.8% renter base and zero new development applications mean demand faces constrained supply. However, gross yield is thin at 2.6% ($320 weekly on $645,000). Rent growth of 48.8% over the decade was the highest in this analysis, driven by Hobart's tight market. Capital growth has been consistent at 7.1% CAGR over 30 years. Population growth of 0.72% per year provides modest demand.
How is Claremont's population changing?
Population grows at 0.72% per year (62 people annually). The gentrification score of 47 is the highest in this batch: rent up 48.8%, real incomes up 11.5%, and growth accelerating from 0% to 10%. Working-age adults are replacing young families (-2.2 points young, +3.0 points working-age). Projections show 9,005 by 2031, up from 8,592 in 2025.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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