Dynnyrne
With a median age of 30 and university qualifications at 65.3%, Dynnyrne sits 35.2 percentage points above the national average on graduate density, making it one of Tasmania's most highly educated small suburbs. The 1,633-person pocket covers just 1.52 km2 on Hobart's southern fringe, yet it generates a median house price of $920,000 well above typical Tasmanian benchmarks. SEIFA scores place the suburb in decile 9 for education and opportunity nationally, and decile 8 for relative disadvantage, both indicating strong socioeconomic advantage compared to most Australian communities. Overseas-born residents make up 38.6% of the population, 17.0 points above national, reflecting the suburb's links to the University of Tasmania and Hobart's research sector.
Population
1,633
Median Age
30.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,812/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
1
Median House
$1.6M
YTD 2026
Median house prices reached $920,000 in 2025, having peaked at $985,000 in 2021 before easing 6.6%, so buyers are entering below the recent peak. Since 1996 the median has grown from $177,500, a 418% cumulative gain and a compound annual growth rate of 5.8% over 29 years, comfortably above inflation. Separate houses dominate at 77.7% of dwellings, with three-bedroom homes the most common at 37.2% and four-plus bedroom at 34.4%, indicating a stock skewed toward family-sized properties rather than smaller units. Mortgage-to-income at 25.4% stays below the standard 30% stress threshold, and monthly repayments average $1,993, which is manageable relative to household incomes at the 64.3rd percentile nationally. The outright-ownership rate of 35.3% suggests a significant cohort of long-held, debt-free properties that limit forced selling.
For Buyers
Median house prices reached $920,000 in 2025, having peaked at $985,000 in 2021 before easing 6.6%, so buyers are entering below the recent peak. Since 1996 the median has grown from $177,500, a 418% cumulative gain and a compound annual growth rate of 5.8% over 29 years, comfortably above inflation. Separate houses dominate at 77.7% of dwellings, with three-bedroom homes the most common at 37.2% and four-plus bedroom at 34.4%, indicating a stock skewed toward family-sized properties rather than smaller units. Mortgage-to-income at 25.4% stays below the standard 30% stress threshold, and monthly repayments average $1,993, which is manageable relative to household incomes at the 64.3rd percentile nationally. The outright-ownership rate of 35.3% suggests a significant cohort of long-held, debt-free properties that limit forced selling.
For Investors
Renters account for 34.2% of dwellings and weekly rent averages $425, giving a gross yield near 2.4% against the $920,000 median. The vacancy rate of 7.5% is elevated compared to typical residential benchmarks and warrants attention, likely reflecting the student-heavy demand cycle tied to university semester patterns. Development activity is low, with just 1 planning application lodged in the past 12 months, so new supply pressure is minimal. Migration data shows overseas arrivals of 158 per year offsetting internal outflows of 138 per year, meaning demand is sustained by international students and researchers rather than domestic movers. Rent grew 44% over the decade, outpacing income growth of 6.9% in real terms, which supports longer-term rent escalation even if yields are compressed at current prices.
Development Activity
Total DAs
1
Last 12 Months
1
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
—
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
The median age of 30 is 10 years below the national figure, the sharpest age gap among established Tasmanian suburbs, driven by university student concentration and younger professional households. University qualifications reach 65.3%, which is 35.2 percentage points above the national average and one of the highest rates in Tasmania. Overseas-born residents represent 38.6%, some 17.0 points above national, with Chinese ancestry (312 residents) the largest non-English background group after English (533). Mandarin is spoken by 130 residents, Canton by 21, and Bengali by 13, reflecting the suburb's international student and academic workforce population. Volunteering runs at 34.7% of residents, well above typical suburban rates, consistent with the highly educated, community-engaged profile.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
77.7%
Houses
9.9%
Townhouse
12.4%
Apartment
Tenure
The price record shows a suburb that appreciated steadily from $177,500 in 1996 to a 2021 peak of $985,000, then softened to $920,000 in 2025, sitting 6.6% below peak. Over 29 years the compound annual growth rate was 5.8%, a reliable long-term performer compared to many Tasmanian markets. Ownership tenure splits into 35.3% outright owners, 30.5% mortgage holders and 34.2% renters, a relatively even distribution compared to the national tendency toward higher ownership rates. The stock leans heavily detached at 77.7% separate houses, with apartments at only 12.4% and semi-detached at 9.9%. Four-plus bedroom homes represent 34.4% of all dwellings, above what you typically find in inner urban suburbs, reflecting the family-sized and share-household demand patterns near a university campus.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$1,993
Rent / wk
$425
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$627
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.5%
Unoccupied
43
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.4%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
37.6%
Couples, no children
916
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the top employer at 18.3% of local workers (115 residents), followed by Education at 15.2% (95) and Professional/Tech at 12.1% (76). This top-three cluster reflects Dynnyrne's proximity to Hobart's hospital and university precinct, where demand for skilled professionals is structural rather than cyclical. Professionals are the largest occupation group (270 workers) and Managers follow at 117, which aligns with the decile 9 IEO score for education and occupational advantage. The unemployment rate of 12.7% is notable, though in student-heavy suburbs this often reflects full-time students counted as not employed rather than structural joblessness, as the participation rate of 61.9% and full-time employment rate of 45.5% suggest active labour-market attachment among working residents. Real income grew 6.9% over the decade, and household income sits at the 64.3rd national percentile.
Unemployment
2.1%
Labour Force
2,990
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
45.5%
Part-time
41.8%
Participation
61.9%
Employed
775
Occupations
Top Industries
University
65.3%
Postgraduate
27.1%
Born Overseas
38.6%
Dwellings
533
Transport to Work
Walking and cycling account for 22.4% of commute modes, one of the higher active-travel rates in Tasmania, reflecting the compact 1.52 km2 footprint and proximity to Hobart's inner-city services. Public transport is used by 8.2% of residents, and car-driver mode share at 58.9% is lower than the national average for suburban areas. Crime statistics are not available for this suburb in the dataset, though the IRSD decile 8 score nationally signals below-average disadvantage, which generally correlates with lower crime rates. The IRSAD decile 8 ranking confirms broad socioeconomic advantage compared to most Australian suburbs, and housing stress indicators are benign with rent-to-income at 23.5% and mortgage-to-income at 25.4%, both below the 30% stress threshold. No schools are recorded within the Dynnyrne boundary, so families draw on neighbouring Hobart-area schools.
Drive
58.9%
Public Transport
8.2%
Walk / Cycle
22.4%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.01%/yr
(+53 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grew 14.8% over the past decade, reaching 1,633 residents, and the annual trend adds approximately 53 people or 1.01% per year, faster than most established Tasmanian suburbs. Medium forecasts project the broader SA2 population growing from 5,259 in 2025 to 5,640 by 2031, a continued expansion supported by overseas migration of 158 arrivals per year. Internal migration shows a net outflow of 138 per year, meaning Dynnyrne retains population only because international arrivals exceed domestic departures. The gentrification score is 41 with an early signs classification, reflecting rising affordability pressure from 40.8% in 2011 to 44.7% in 2021 and a population growth rate of 16% since 2011. The aging trajectory signal notes a senior-share increase of 6.0 points alongside a young-share decline of 0.5 points, suggesting that long-term residents are staying while younger cohorts cycle through.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+158
Net Internal / yr
-138
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +16% since 2011, Net internal outflow -138/yr
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Dynnyrne compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dynnyrne a good suburb to live in?
Dynnyrne ranks in decile 9 for education and opportunity nationally and decile 8 on IRSAD, placing it in the top tier of socioeconomic advantage compared to most Australian suburbs. Household income sits at the 64.3rd national percentile and 65.3% of residents hold university qualifications, 35.2 points above the national average. Active travel is strong at 22.4% walking and cycling.
What is the median house price in Dynnyrne?
The median house price is $920,000 as of 2025, down from the 2021 peak of $985,000, so buyers are currently 6.6% below the recent high. Since 1996 prices have risen 418% from $177,500, a 5.8% compound annual growth rate over 29 years. Weekly rent averages $425 and monthly mortgage repayments average $1,993.
What schools are in Dynnyrne?
No schools are recorded within the Dynnyrne suburb boundary in this dataset, so families rely on schools in neighbouring Hobart suburbs. Despite this, the local population is highly educated: 65.3% of residents hold university qualifications, which is 35.2 percentage points above the national average, reflecting the suburb's academic and research community character.
Is Dynnyrne safe?
Detailed crime statistics are not available for Dynnyrne in this dataset. As an indirect indicator, the suburb scores decile 8 on the IRSD index of relative disadvantage nationally, well above average, and only 2.1% of its 1,633 residents (33 people) need daily assistance. Low housing stress, with mortgage-to-income at 25.4%, also suggests a stable, low-pressure community environment.
Is Dynnyrne good for property investment?
Weekly rent of $425 against a $920,000 median implies a gross yield near 2.4%, modest but typical for premium Hobart markets. Rent grew 44% over the decade and overseas migration adds 158 new residents a year, supporting ongoing tenant demand. The 7.5% vacancy rate is elevated compared to lower-risk markets and warrants monitoring, likely tied to university semester cycles.
How is Dynnyrne's population changing?
Population grew 14.8% over the past decade and is increasing at roughly 1.01% per year, adding about 53 residents annually. Overseas migration of 158 arrivals per year is the primary growth driver, offsetting a net internal outflow of 138 per year. Medium forecasts project the broader area reaching 5,640 by 2031, up from 5,259 in 2025.
What languages are spoken in Dynnyrne?
About 38.6% of residents were born overseas, which is 17.0 percentage points above the national average. Mandarin is the most common non-English language with 130 speakers, followed by Cantonese (21) and Bengali (13), reflecting the suburb's large Chinese student and academic community, with Chinese ancestry at 312 residents making it the second largest ancestry group.
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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