Margate

TAS 7054 • Greater Hobart

4,239
Population (2021)
$43,056
Median Income
39.26 km²
Area
178m
Elevation

About Margate

Margate is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Kingborough (Municipality) area. With a population of 4,239 and a median income of $43,056, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 39.26 km² at an elevation of 178m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Hobart.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Margate is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Margate falls under postcode 7054 and is governed by Kingborough Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Franklin (Huon) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7054
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-43.03°, 147.23°
Statistical Area
Greater Hobart
Area
39.26 km²
Elevation
178m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,690
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,920
Census 2021
4,239
8.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,712
Income 2021
$43,056
17.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,533
Born Overseas 601

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 216
  • 2. South Africa 47
  • 3. New Zealand 42
  • 4. Germany 26
  • 5. Netherlands 23
  • 6. Scotland 23
  • 7. China 20
  • 8. United States 19
  • 9. India 13
  • 10. Canada 11
  • 11. Singapore 11
  • 12. Thailand 10
  • 13. Italy 9
  • 14. South Korea 9
  • 15. Wales 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,882
Australian 1,850
Irish 489
Scottish 450
Dutch 280
Australian Aboriginal 277
German 195
Italian 73
Chinese 49
French 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,741
Both parents born in Australia
808
Both parents born overseas
577
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.1%
Christianity
40.0%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
268 (6.3%)
5-14 years
690 (16.3%)
15-19 years
273 (6.4%)
20-24 years
212 (5.0%)
25-34 years
481 (11.3%)
35-44 years
598 (14.1%)
45-54 years
539 (12.7%)
55-64 years
503 (11.9%)
65-74 years
399 (9.4%)
75-84 years
222 (5.2%)
85+ years
51 (1.2%)

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