Rosetta
Rosetta sits in decile 3 on all four SEIFA indexes nationally, yet its $644,000 median house price has grown at a 5.7% compound rate over 30 years from just $120,500 in 1996, a trajectory that outpaces many higher-ranked suburbs. At 2,833 residents across 2.82 km2, the suburb is compact and predominantly detached housing, with 79.3% of dwellings being separate houses, well above the state average. Healthcare anchors the local economy at 21.7% of employed residents. Household income sits at the 45.6th percentile nationally, below the median, while mortgage and rent stress remain contained at 23.8% and 23.7% of income respectively.
Population
2,833
Median Age
41.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,474/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Median House
$644K
YTD 2026
The $644,000 median house price for YTD 2026 sits below the 2022 peak of $700,000, a gap of 8% from peak that may interest buyers looking for relative value compared to that high point. The 2024 median of $616,000 climbed to $680,000 in 2025 before settling back, showing some volatility. Separate houses make up 79.3% of stock, so buyers have genuine choice in the detached segment compared to denser suburbs. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,517, and the mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.8% stays below the 30% stress threshold. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 46.9% and 4-plus bedrooms account for 30.8%, meaning the suburb skews toward family-sized dwellings rather than small units.
For Buyers
The $644,000 median house price for YTD 2026 sits below the 2022 peak of $700,000, a gap of 8% from peak that may interest buyers looking for relative value compared to that high point. The 2024 median of $616,000 climbed to $680,000 in 2025 before settling back, showing some volatility. Separate houses make up 79.3% of stock, so buyers have genuine choice in the detached segment compared to denser suburbs. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,517, and the mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.8% stays below the 30% stress threshold. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 46.9% and 4-plus bedrooms account for 30.8%, meaning the suburb skews toward family-sized dwellings rather than small units.
For Investors
Rosetta's 28.1% renter share and $350 weekly rent represent a more modest investment proposition than the Hobart inner ring. Against the $644,000 median, that rent implies a gross yield near 2.8%, below what many regional TAS markets offer. The 5.4% vacancy rate is elevated and warrants scrutiny before committing. Net internal migration runs at negative 85 residents per year, with overseas migration adding only 39, giving a thin and negative net migration position that constrains rental demand growth. Annual population growth of 0.34% (17 persons per year) provides slow but steady base demand. Rent has grown 59.1% over the measurement period, showing the suburb is not immune to broader TAS rental trends, which supports longer-term hold cases.
Schools in Rosetta iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Rosetta Primary School
K-6 · 309 students
Montrose Bay High School
7-10 · 498 students
Demographics
The median age of 41 is 1.0 year above the national figure, consistent with a slightly older, established demographic. Overseas-born residents make up 18.9% of the population, which is 2.7 percentage points below national, pointing to an anglo-leaning community. Ancestry is led by English (1,163), Irish (301) and Scottish (227), with Nepali speakers (48) forming the largest non-English language group. University qualifications reach 29.8%, only 0.3 percentage points below the national rate, so educational attainment is broadly on par despite the low SEIFA decile 3 position. The average household size of 2.5 matches the national average, and 31.4% of families are couples without children, reflecting the older age profile.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
79.3%
Houses
0.5%
Townhouse
20.2%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure is split across three relatively even thirds: 36.7% own outright, 35.1% carry a mortgage and 28.1% rent. The high outright-ownership share of 36.7% compared to the mortgage share suggests many long-term residents have paid down their loans, which is consistent with a stable, lower-turnover community where 78.1% of residents have not moved in the past five years. The 30-year price record shows a CAGR of 5.7% from $120,500 in 1996 to $644,000 in 2026. Stock is overwhelmingly detached houses at 79.3%, with apartments at 20.2% and semi-detached dwellings at just 0.5%. Four-plus bedroom homes at 30.8% are above what most urban suburbs record, reinforcing the family-home character.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$1,517
Rent / wk
$350
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$739
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.4%
Unoccupied
62
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.8%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
31.4%
Couples, no children
2,176
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare dominates at 21.7% of employed residents (187 workers), a share well above the national industry average, followed by Education at 10.7%, Construction at 10.6% and Public Admin at 10.6%. These four public-sector-adjacent industries together account for over 53% of local employment, providing relatively stable income compared to cyclically sensitive sectors. By occupation, Professionals and Clerical/Admin workers each number 216, with Community/Personal Services at 194. The unemployment rate of 4.5% is modest, and the full-time employment rate of 60.1% sits at a healthy level. Despite this, household income ranks at the 45.6th percentile nationally, below median, because the occupational mix tilts toward mid-pay roles rather than high-pay management and finance positions.
Unemployment
4.6%
Labour Force
2,579
Unemployed
118
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
60.1%
Part-time
35.4%
Participation
54.6%
Employed
1,241
Occupations
Top Industries
University
29.8%
Postgraduate
9.7%
Born Overseas
18.9%
Dwellings
1,077
Transport to Work
Car dependence is high at 84.1% commuting by private vehicle, with only 5.1% using public transport, broadly similar to most suburban TAS communities rather than a point of distinction. The suburb records no crime data in this dataset, so a direct rate comparison is not possible. Rosetta scores decile 3 on IRSAD nationally, placing it in the lower-advantage tier, which correlates with the 45.6th-percentile household income and 9.4% of residents (256 people) needing daily assistance. No schools are recorded within the suburb boundary, so families are reliant on schools in neighbouring areas. The volunteering rate of 15.0% and the low rent-to-income ratio of 23.7% suggest residents manage costs adequately, even if the suburb ranks below state average on socioeconomic advantage measures.
Drive
84.1%
Public Transport
5.1%
Walk / Cycle
2.7%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+0.34%/yr
(+17 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation growth runs at 0.34% annually (17 persons per year) and medium forecasts project the broader SA2 reaching 5,213 by 2031 from 4,990 in 2025. The 10-year population change of 12.4% shows genuine long-run expansion rather than stagnation. The primary driver is overseas migration at a net positive 39 per year, while internal migration drains a net 85 residents annually, a pattern typical of established suburbs where cost and lifestyle prompt younger movers to leave for peripheral areas. The gentrification shift score of 72 indicates Advanced gentrification signals have been present, with real income growing 14.3% and affordability worsening from 42.1% to 47.7% between 2011 and 2021. The rent growth of 59.1% over the measurement period exceeded income growth of 14.3%, compressing affordability for renters.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+39
Net Internal / yr
-85
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Rosetta compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rosetta a good suburb to live in?
Rosetta offers mostly detached housing at 79.3% of stock and contained housing costs, with mortgage repayments averaging $1,517 per month and a rent-to-income ratio of 23.7%. The suburb ranks decile 3 on SEIFA nationally, indicating lower socioeconomic advantage, but 78.1% of residents have chosen to stay for 5 or more years, suggesting genuine community stability.
What is the median house price in Rosetta?
The median house price is $644,000 for YTD 2026, down from a 2022 peak of $700,000 and up from $616,000 in 2024. Over 30 years the price has grown at a 5.7% annual compound rate from $120,500 in 1996. Weekly rent averages $350 and monthly mortgage repayments average $1,517.
What schools are in Rosetta?
No schools are recorded within the Rosetta suburb boundary in this dataset, so families rely on schools in neighbouring suburbs. University qualifications among residents reach 29.8%, which is 0.3 percentage points below the national rate, suggesting adequate access to education in the wider area.
Is Rosetta safe?
Specific crime rate data for Rosetta is not available in this dataset, so a direct comparison with state or national benchmarks cannot be made. As context, the suburb scores decile 3 on IRSD nationally, the index of relative disadvantage, and 9.4% of its 2,833 residents need daily assistance, both indicators worth weighing alongside local police data.
Is Rosetta good for property investment?
The $350 weekly rent against a $644,000 median implies a gross yield near 2.8%, modest by TAS regional standards, and the 5.4% vacancy rate is elevated. Net internal migration is negative 85 per year, though overseas migration adds 39. Rent has grown 59.1% over the measurement period and the 30-year price CAGR is 5.7%, suggesting patient capital-growth potential rather than immediate yield plays.
How is Rosetta's population changing?
Rosetta and its SA2 area grew 12.4% over 10 years and annual growth runs at 0.34%, around 17 persons per year. Medium forecasts project the broader area reaching 5,213 residents by 2031. Overseas migration adds a net 39 per year, partially offset by net internal outflow of 85 per year, a pattern common in established suburban areas.
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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