Huonville
The most telling number in Huonville is $620,000 median house price sitting in the 30th income percentile nationally, a gap that reveals a market under genuine affordability strain. Population has grown 26% since 2011, accelerating from 5% to 21% in the latest decade, yet the suburb scores decile 4 on both IRSD and IRSAD, placing it below the national average on advantage measures. Agriculture and healthcare together employ more than 27% of local workers, reflecting Huonville's dual identity as the commercial hub of the Huon Valley and a regional service centre. At a median age of 41, one year above the national median, and with 92% separate houses, this is an owner-occupier community where 35.8% own outright, well above typical metropolitan proportions.
Population
3,002
Median Age
41.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,287/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Median House
$620K
YTD 2026
The median house price of $620,000 sits below its 2022 peak of $685,000, a 9.5% correction that brings the market closer to longer-run trend after the pandemic surge. Over 30 years the price has grown at a 5.7% compound annual rate, rising from $118,750 in 1996. The stock is almost entirely separate houses at 92%, with semi-detached at 6.2% and apartments at just 0.9%, so buyers face a deep, homogeneous market with limited substitutes. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 51.5% of dwellings, followed by 2-bedroom at 24.8% and 4-plus at 21.8%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,379, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.7%, below the 30% stress threshold, though household income sits at the 29.9th percentile nationally.
For Buyers
The median house price of $620,000 sits below its 2022 peak of $685,000, a 9.5% correction that brings the market closer to longer-run trend after the pandemic surge. Over 30 years the price has grown at a 5.7% compound annual rate, rising from $118,750 in 1996. The stock is almost entirely separate houses at 92%, with semi-detached at 6.2% and apartments at just 0.9%, so buyers face a deep, homogeneous market with limited substitutes. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 51.5% of dwellings, followed by 2-bedroom at 24.8% and 4-plus at 21.8%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,379, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.7%, below the 30% stress threshold, though household income sits at the 29.9th percentile nationally.
For Investors
The rental market is modest but sustainable: weekly rent of $280 against a $620,000 median implies a gross yield around 2.3%, below typical investor targets. A vacancy rate of 6.6% is elevated compared to tight metropolitan markets, signalling softer rental demand rather than chronic undersupply. Renters make up 27.2% of households, a lower base than most urban centres. Migration is balanced, with net internal arrivals of 64 and overseas of 36 per year, supporting steady population growth of 1.58% annually. The 10-year rent growth of 44.6% outpaced real income growth of 14.9%, compressing affordability. Development applications registered zero in the past 12 months, suggesting no near-term supply pressure on the rental stock.
Schools in Huonville iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Huonville Primary School
K-6 · 270 students
Huonville High School
7-12 · 281 students
Demographics
Huonville is 5.6 percentage points below the national figure on university qualifications, with 24.5% holding degrees. The overseas-born share of 13.1% is 8.5 points below national, consistent with the Anglo-Celtic ancestry profile where English (1,363), Irish (263) and Scottish (219) ancestries dominate. The median age of 41 is one year above national, and the demographic trajectory is aging: the senior share has risen 4.9 points while the young adult share fell 2.9 points over the decade. Average household size of 2.4 is 0.1 below the national average. Couples with children account for 36.7% of families, and couples without children 29.8%, suggesting a mix of family-raising and post-family life stages. Volunteering runs at 17%, moderate for a regional town.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
92.0%
Houses
6.2%
Townhouse
0.9%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure is owner-occupier dominated: 35.8% own outright and 37.0% hold a mortgage, while 27.2% rent. Outright owners exceeding mortgage holders is typical of established regional towns where long-term residents have paid down debt. The price history shows strong long-run growth from $118,750 in 1996 to a 2022 peak of $685,000 before softening to $620,000, a compound rate of 5.7% over 30 years. Rent-to-income at 21.8% stays below the 30% stress line, and mortgage-to-income at 24.7% similarly avoids stress territory despite incomes ranking at the 29.9th percentile nationally. The near-complete absence of apartments (0.9%) means the market lacks the investor-grade stock that typically dominates higher-density suburbs.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$1,379
Rent / wk
$280
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$658
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.6%
Unoccupied
80
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.7%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
29.8%
Couples, no children
2,305
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads local employment at 16.4% (137 workers), followed by Agriculture and Education tied at 11.2% each, then Construction at 9.7% and Public Administration at 9.6%. This distribution reflects Huonville's role as the Huon Valley's main service hub rather than a commuter suburb. By occupation, Professionals (202) narrowly lead Labourers (181) and Clerical/Admin (166), a spread that points to mid-tier, mixed-skill employment rather than a polarised high-income or low-income workforce. Full-time employment runs at 60.2% and the unemployment rate is 4.6%, close to national norms. The SEIFA IRSAD and IRSD both score decile 4, below the national average, while the IEO education decile also sits at 4, consistent with the lower-than-national university rate of 24.5%.
Unemployment
2.8%
Labour Force
4,941
Unemployed
136
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
60.2%
Part-time
35.2%
Participation
49.4%
Employed
1,158
Occupations
Top Industries
University
24.5%
Postgraduate
5.3%
Born Overseas
13.1%
Dwellings
1,136
Transport to Work
Car dependency is high, with 86.4% driving to work, well above what transit-served cities show, and public transport use sits at just 2.0%. Walking and cycling account for 4.6% of commutes, modest for a regional centre but non-negligible. The IRSAD decile of 4 places Huonville below the national median on the advantage scale, meaning a higher than average share of residents face relative disadvantage. Rent-to-income at 21.8% and mortgage-to-income at 24.7% both remain below the 30% stress threshold, so housing costs are manageable relative to incomes. The need-for-assistance rate is 8.0% (223 residents), broadly in line with a suburb carrying an aging demographic trajectory. No schools are recorded within the suburb boundary in this dataset.
Drive
86.4%
Public Transport
2.0%
Walk / Cycle
4.6%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.58%/yr
(+162 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation has grown 21.2% over the past decade, accelerating compared to the earlier 5% pace, signalling that Huonville has crossed into a period of genuine demand-driven expansion. Annual growth currently runs at 1.58%, adding roughly 162 residents a year, and medium forecasts project the broader area reaching 11,262 by 2031 from around 10,266 today. Migration is balanced, with 64 internal and 36 overseas net arrivals annually. Gentrification signals are emerging: the score of 32 puts this suburb in early signs territory, driven by population growth of 26% since 2011 and accelerating internal migration. The resident turnover rate of 21.7% (78.3% stayed) indicates a relatively stable base community, with new arrivals adding on top rather than replacing existing residents.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+36
Net Internal / yr
+64
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +26% since 2011, Net internal migration +64/yr, Accelerating: 5% → 21%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Huonville compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Huonville a good suburb to live in?
Huonville is the main service centre for the Huon Valley with healthcare, education and government services employing over 35% of local workers. The mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.7% stays below the 30% stress threshold. The IRSAD decile of 4 places it below the national median on advantage measures, so services and amenity are more limited than higher-decile suburbs, but day-to-day affordability is relatively sound.
What is the median house price in Huonville?
The median house price is $620,000 as of YTD 2026, down from the 2022 peak of $685,000, a 9.5% correction. Over 30 years prices have compounded at 5.7% annually from $118,750 in 1996. Weekly rent averages $280 and monthly mortgage repayments run around $1,379.
What schools are in Huonville?
No schools are recorded inside the Huonville suburb boundary in this dataset. The suburb's university qualification rate is 24.5%, which is 5.6 percentage points below the national figure, reflecting the regional town context. Families typically access schools in the broader Huon Valley area.
Is Huonville safe?
Detailed crime rate data is not available for Huonville in this dataset. As a contextual indicator, the suburb scores decile 4 on IRSD, below the national median on relative disadvantage, which tends to correlate with moderate rather than low crime rates. The need-for-assistance rate is 8.0%, covering 223 residents, and 17% of residents volunteer in the community.
Is Huonville good for property investment?
The gross rental yield is approximately 2.3% based on $280 weekly rent against a $620,000 median, below typical investor benchmarks. Vacancy sits at 6.6%, elevated compared to tight city markets. The 10-year rent growth of 44.6% outpaced income growth, and annual population growth of 1.58% supports ongoing demand. The 30-year compound price growth of 5.7% is the stronger long-term case than current yield.
How is Huonville's population changing?
Population has grown 21.2% over the past decade, accelerating sharply from the previous 5% pace. Annual growth now runs at 1.58%, adding roughly 162 residents a year. Migration is balanced, with 64 internal and 36 overseas net arrivals annually. Medium forecasts project the broader area reaching 11,262 by 2031, up from around 10,266 today.
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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