🏘️ Tasmania Suburbs with the Most Housing Commission
Social housing in Tasmania encompasses dwellings managed by the state housing authority and registered community housing providers, offering affordable rental accommodation to low-income households, people experiencing disadvantage, and those with specialist needs. The 2021 Census recorded significant concentrations of social housing in specific suburbs — particularly those developed as public housing estates during the post-war decades.
The distribution of social housing across Tasmania reflects decades of government housing policy. Some suburbs were purpose-built as welfare housing estates and continue to have very high concentrations of government-managed dwellings, while others have seen gradual transfers to community housing providers as part of housing reform programs.
This ranking is based on ABS 2021 Census Table G37 — Tenure Type and Landlord Type by Dwelling Structure — counting dwellings rented from state housing authorities and community housing providers as a percentage of all occupied private dwellings. Only suburbs with at least 100 dwellings are included.
Gagebrook TAS 7030
Gagebrook is a residential suburb in the Brighton municipality, located approximately 25 kilometres north of Hobart in Tasmania. With a population of around 1,570 residents, this is a compact community characterised by affordable housing and a high proportion of rental properties (over 60%). The suburb features predominantly single-storey homes on modest blocks, with a younger demographic profile than many Tasmanian suburbs.
Rocherlea TAS 7248
Rocherlea is a working-class urban locality on the northern outskirts of Launceston in Tasmania's Launceston City Council area, approximately 7 kilometres from the Launceston CBD. With a population of 1,033 spread across 18.7 square kilometres, the suburb has a notably young demographic profile with a median age of just 32. Rocherlea has a significant proportion of social and community housing — nearly half of all dwellings — which reflects its role as an affordable residential area serving Launceston's lower-income households.
Clarendon Vale TAS 7019
Clarendon Vale is a small suburb in the City of Clarence, located approximately 15 kilometres south-east of the Hobart CBD. With a population of around 1,267 and a notably young median age of 29, it is one of the more youthful communities in the greater Hobart area. Originally developed as a public housing estate in the late 1970s, the suburb has gradually diversified with an increasing number of owner-occupied homes alongside social housing.
Herdsmans Cove TAS 7030
Herdsmans Cove is a compact residential suburb located approximately 8 kilometres south of Brighton in Tasmania's Greater Hobart region. With a population of around 1,200 residents spread across just under 1 square kilometre, it offers an affordable entry point into the Hobart property market. The suburb sits at a modest 35 metres elevation and forms part of the Brighton Municipality, known for its family-oriented communities.
Shorewell Park TAS 7320
Shorewell Park is a residential suburb located approximately 4 kilometres south-west of Burnie on Tasmania's north-west coast, within the City of Burnie local government area. Established in the 1970s as a broadacre social housing area and expanded through the 1980s, the suburb has evolved into a mixed residential community with a population of 2,150 at the 2021 Census. Median household income of $856 per week is below the national average, and the suburb's community includes a notable proportion of residents with Australian Aboriginal heritage, reflecting broader patterns of the north-west Tasmanian region.
Warrane TAS 7018
Warrane is a residential suburb on Hobart's Eastern Shore, located approximately 8 kilometres east of the Hobart CBD within the Clarence City Council local government area. Situated at an elevation of around 70 metres and covering just under 4 square kilometres, the suburb forms part of Greater Hobart's established eastern bank communities alongside Rosny and Montrose. With a population of around 2,700 and a median age of 36, Warrane has a relatively young demographic compared to many Hobart suburbs. Median household income of approximately $1,099 per week reflects a modest, working and lower-middle-income community.
East Devonport TAS 7310
East Devonport is an urban locality situated on the eastern bank of the Mersey River, directly opposite the Devonport city centre in Tasmania's north-west. Part of the City of Devonport local government area, the suburb is home to approximately 4,384 residents with a median age of 44. Household incomes sit below the national average, reflecting Devonport's broader economic character, and the community has a strong Australian-born heritage with a notable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of around 11 per cent.
Whitemark TAS 7255
A suburb in TAS with a significant social housing presence.
Hobart TAS 7000
Hobart is the CBD and heart of Tasmania's capital city, centred around the historic waterfront on the River Derwent at the foot of kunanyi/Mount Wellington. The suburb itself has a resident population of around 3,400, though it serves as the commercial and cultural hub for Greater Hobart's 250,000 residents. The demographic is dominated by young professionals, students from the University of Tasmania, and apartment dwellers, with only 27% owner-occupancy.
Chigwell TAS 7011
Chigwell is a residential suburb in Greater Hobart, located 12 kilometres northwest of the CBD within the City of Glenorchy. With a population of around 2,050, this compact 3 square kilometre suburb sits at an elevated 315 metres, offering views across the Derwent Valley. Originally developed as public housing, much of the stock has since been sold to private owners, transforming Chigwell into a middle-class community typical of the northern Glenorchy area.
Upper Burnie TAS 7320
Upper Burnie is a residential suburb located about 3 kilometres south of the Burnie CBD on Tasmania's north-west coast. With a population of approximately 1,890, it sits at an elevation of around 124 metres, offering views over the city and Bass Strait. The suburb is part of the City of Burnie local government area and has a quiet, established residential character.
Devonport TAS 7310
Devonport is Tasmania's third-largest city, a coastal community of 14,500 residents on the Mersey River estuary. The Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal makes it the gateway for Bass Strait visitors. The city serves as a regional centre with strong agricultural, manufacturing, and tourism industries.
Derwent Park TAS 7009
Derwent Park is a residential and light industrial suburb located within the City of Glenorchy in Tasmania, approximately 7 kilometres north of the Hobart CBD on the western shore of the Derwent River near Prince of Wales Bay. With a population of 872 at the 2021 Census, it is a modest-sized suburb with a mix of long-established residential housing and industrial land uses. The suburb falls under the Glenorchy City Council and is part of the broader Hobart metropolitan area.
Havenview TAS 7320
Havenview is a small rural residential locality situated approximately 5 kilometres south of Burnie in north-western Tasmania, within the City of Burnie local government area. With a population of 735 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers a compact 3.15 square kilometres and offers a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle on Burnie's southern fringe. The Emu River forms much of Havenview's eastern boundary, providing a natural green corridor alongside the residential pockets that make up the locality. Havenview shares postcode 7320 with Burnie and its surrounding district.
North Hobart TAS 7000
North Hobart is a vibrant inner-city suburb located just 1.5 kilometres north of the Hobart CBD in Tasmania. With a population of approximately 2,600 people (2021 Census), it is one of Hobart's most eclectic and culturally rich neighbourhoods, known for its distinctive Victorian and Edwardian architecture alongside contemporary cafes and creative businesses. The suburb sits at the foot of the Wellington Range foothills, giving it a characterful topography of sloping streets and leafy residential lanes.
West Ulverstone TAS 7315
West Ulverstone is a rural locality situated on the north-west coast of Tasmania, forming part of the broader Ulverstone community within the Central Coast Municipality. With a population of 4,515 spread across approximately 18 square kilometres, it has a median age of 48 years and is home to a mix of long-established families, tradespeople, and retirees. The area has a notable Aboriginal Tasmanian community, with around 8 per cent of residents identifying Indigenous heritage, reflecting the region's deep connections to Country.
Wynyard TAS 7325
Wynyard is a charming coastal town on the North West coast of Tasmania, situated 17 kilometres west of Burnie along the shores of the Inglis River estuary. With a population of around 6,300, it serves as the administrative centre for the Waratah-Wynyard municipality. The town has a predominantly Australian-born population with a relaxed, tight-knit community character typical of regional Tasmania. Originally named Table Cape, the settlement was renamed after Major-General Edward Buckley Wynyard in the 1850s.
Risdon Vale TAS 7016
Risdon Vale is a residential suburb in the City of Clarence, approximately 12 kilometres north-east of Hobart CBD in southern Tasmania. With a population of 3,171 (2021 Census), it's nestled in a valley surrounded by bushland, connected to the city via the East Derwent Highway. The suburb was largely developed in the 1960s as public housing, and retains an affordable, working-class character with residents employed in retail, healthcare, construction, and public administration.
Berriedale TAS 7011
Berriedale is a residential suburb in northern Hobart, situated approximately 15 kilometres from the city centre within the City of Glenorchy. With a growing population of around 2,900, the suburb sits on the banks of the Derwent River between Chigwell and Rosetta. The area's origins trace to 1834 when the Berriedale Inn was established as a travellers' hub, becoming a focal point for the early community.
George Town TAS 7253
George Town is a historic port town located on the eastern shore of the Tamar River estuary in northern Tasmania, approximately 55 kilometres north of Launceston within the George Town Municipality. With a population of 4,536, the suburb spans a large area of around 105 square kilometres and has a median age of 45 years, reflecting an established and slightly ageing community. Median household incomes sit below the state average, with many residents employed in local industries, port operations, and services.
Sheffield TAS 7306
Sheffield is a small rural town in north-west Tasmania, located 23 kilometres south of Devonport and approximately 66 kilometres west of Launceston, within the Kentish (Municipality) local government area. Set at an elevation of 269 metres in the agricultural hinterland below Mount Roland, Sheffield serves as the regional service hub for the surrounding dairy and pastoral district. With a population of 1,602 at the 2021 Census, the town has a notably older demographic — median age of 54 — and below-average household incomes of around $970 per week, consistent with rural Tasmanian towns.
Latrobe TAS 7307
Latrobe is a charming town in north-western Tasmania, situated on the Mersey River just 8 kilometres southeast of Devonport. With a population of around 5,000, it serves as the main centre of the Latrobe Council and has a rich heritage dating back to 1826. Named after Charles Joseph La Trobe, the town retains its historic character with elegant old buildings lining Gilbert Street. The Mersey Community Hospital provides important regional health services to the surrounding area.
New Norfolk TAS 7140
New Norfolk is a historic town of around 6,000 people in the Derwent Valley, approximately 35 kilometres northwest of Hobart along the Derwent River. Founded in 1808 by settlers relocated from Norfolk Island, it is one of Tasmania's oldest towns and retains much of its colonial-era character. The town sits at an elevation of about 12 metres in a picturesque river valley surrounded by hop fields and rolling farmland, serving as the commercial centre for the Derwent Valley municipality.
Deloraine TAS 7304
Deloraine is a historic rural town in Tasmania's Meander Valley, situated approximately 50 kilometres south-west of Launceston at an elevation of 265 metres in the foothills of the Great Western Tiers. Administered by the Meander Valley Municipality, the town has a population of 3,035 and covers a substantial 90 square kilometres across the fertile Meander River valley. With a median age of 50 and a median household income of $990 per week — below the national average — Deloraine reflects the economic character of regional Tasmania, attracting retirees, artists, and those seeking a slower, community-centred pace of life.
Scottsdale TAS 7260
Scottsdale is the largest town in north-east Tasmania and serves as the administrative and commercial hub of the Dorset Council region, located 63 kilometres north-east of Launceston at an elevation of 176 metres. With a population of 2,408 residents, it sits on the Tasman Highway connecting Launceston to the east coast and acts as a key service centre for surrounding agricultural communities. The town has a strong heritage of potato farming, dairy, poppy cultivation, and forestry, which continue to underpin its local economy.
Ulverstone TAS 7315
Ulverstone is a charming coastal town on the North West coast of Tasmania, situated at the mouth of the Leven River approximately 20 kilometres west of Devonport. With a population of around 6,650, it serves as the commercial centre of the Central Coast municipality. The town has an older demographic profile with a median age over 50, and is characterised by its strong community spirit and relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Montagu Bay TAS 7018
Montagu Bay is a small, primarily residential suburb on the eastern shore of the River Derwent, approximately 4 to 6 kilometres east of the Hobart central business district within the City of Clarence local government area. With a 2021 Census population of 718 residents across just 0.45 square kilometres, it is one of Hobart's most compact suburbs, nestled between Rosny, Lindisfarne, and Rose Bay on the scenic eastern shore. The suburb takes its name from the sheltered bay of the same name — once known as Smelting Works Bay — which features a boat ramp, jetty, and is often dotted with yachts and sailing vessels at anchor.
Newnham TAS 7248
Newnham is a northern suburb of Launceston, Tasmania's second-largest city, situated approximately 5 kilometres north of the Launceston CBD. With a population of around 7,073, it is one of the larger and more densely populated localities in the region, covering just under 6 square kilometres along the East Tamar Highway corridor. Newnham is best known as the home of the University of Tasmania's (UTAS) Newnham campus, which anchors the suburb's identity and drives considerable economic and social activity. Its elevated position above the Tamar Valley provides pleasant residential streetscapes and easy access to Launceston's broader amenities.
Moonah TAS 7009
Moonah is a flat, inner-urban suburb located approximately 5 kilometres north of Hobart's CBD within the City of Glenorchy council area. With a population of 5,884 and a median age of 35, it is one of Greater Hobart's most culturally diverse communities, with significant numbers of residents born in Nepal, India, China, and the Philippines. Median weekly household income of $1,421 and affordable rents averaging $330 per week make Moonah one of the more accessible suburbs in the Hobart metropolitan area.
Nubeena TAS 7184
Nubeena is a small coastal township on Tasmania’s Tasman Peninsula, situated approximately 100 kilometres south-east of Hobart. Covering around 58 square kilometres, the locality serves as the main service centre for the Tasman Peninsula area and had a population of 576 at the 2021 Census across approximately 238 dwellings. Nubeena is positioned on the shores of Wedge Bay and is the largest community on the Peninsula, providing basic amenities for residents and visitors exploring the region’s extraordinary natural and historic attractions. The community has a modest income profile with some social housing presence.
Rosetta TAS 7010
Rosetta is a residential suburb located approximately 3 kilometres northwest of Glenorchy and 15 minutes drive from Hobart CBD. With a population of around 2,833, this compact community sits along the River Derwent and is bordered by the Brooker Highway. The suburb has a working-class character with a mix of established homes and newer developments.
Currie TAS 7256
Currie is the principal town and administrative centre of King Island, a remote locality in the Bass Strait approximately 80 kilometres north-west of the Tasmanian coast. With a population of around 766 residents, it is the largest settlement on the island and serves as its commercial, civic, and service hub under the King Island Council. The surrounding landscape is characterised by lush green pastures, coastal heathland, and the dramatic Bass Strait shoreline, with the town situated on the island's western coast.
Kings Meadows TAS 7249
Kings Meadows is a residential suburb located approximately 5 kilometres south of the Launceston CBD in northern Tasmania. With a population of around 3,670 residents, it sits in a shallow valley at roughly 70 metres elevation within the City of Launceston local government area. The suburb has a long-established character with a mix of older weatherboard homes and newer developments. Kings Meadows serves as a key southern gateway to Launceston along Hobart Road.
Montello TAS 7320
Montello is a residential suburb perched on the hillside above Burnie's city centre on Tasmania's north-west coast, falling within the Burnie City Council area. With a population of 1,241, the suburb covers just 0.74 square kilometres and offers elevated outlooks over Bass Strait and the surrounding port precinct. The median age of 40 and a median household income of around $1,014 per week reflect a working and middle-class community, with established houses and older residential stock typical of Burnie's inner hillside neighbourhoods.
Summerhill TAS 7250
Summerhill is a residential suburb on the elevated southern fringe of Launceston, Tasmania's second-largest city, falling within the City of Launceston local government area. With a population of 3,139 and a median age of 38, the suburb has a largely established, Anglo-Australian character — English and Australian ancestry dominate the demographic profile, with the overwhelming majority of residents (88%) born in Australia. Situated at around 179 metres elevation across 2.3 square kilometres, Summerhill encompasses a mix of older homes and newer residential development with pleasant elevated outlooks.
Smithton TAS 7330
Smithton is a town on the far north-west coast of Tasmania, approximately 85 km northwest of Burnie and 389 km from Hobart. With a population of nearly 4,000, it serves as the administrative centre of the Circular Head municipality. The town has a median age of 42 and a strong Australian and English heritage, with a significant Aboriginal community. Smithton has a friendly, close-knit rural character typical of north-west Tasmanian towns.
Cooee TAS 7320
Cooee is a small coastal suburb situated on the north-west coast of Tasmania, immediately west of Burnie and within the City of Burnie local government area. With a population of approximately 597 residents in a compact area of around 1.7 square kilometres, it functions as a dormitory suburb of Burnie, offering residents an affordable entry point into the Burnie metropolitan area. Median household incomes sit below national averages, consistent with the broader north-west Tasmanian region.
Bellerive TAS 7018
Bellerive is a waterfront suburb of Hobart's Eastern Shore, located within the City of Clarence approximately 5 kilometres from Hobart's CBD across the River Derwent. With a population of around 4,500, it is one of Greater Hobart's most desirable suburbs, stretching from Kangaroo Bay along the scenic Bellerive Esplanade to Bellerive Beach and Second Bluff. The suburb has a relaxed, village-like character with a mix of heritage and contemporary homes.
West Moonah TAS 7009
West Moonah is a compact and culturally diverse suburb located approximately five kilometres north-west of Hobart's CBD within the City of Glenorchy. Home to 4,522 residents across just 1.8 square kilometres, it is one of the more densely populated areas of Greater Hobart, with a notably young median age of 34 years. The suburb has seen significant growth in its migrant community, particularly from Nepal and India, making it one of Tasmania's most multicultural neighbourhoods.
Campbell Town TAS 7210
Campbell Town is a historic town in Tasmania's Northern Midlands, situated on the Midland Highway (Heritage Highway) approximately 134 kilometres north of Hobart and 68 kilometres south of Launceston within the Northern Midlands Council area. With a population of 1,023, the town has a median age of 50 and serves as a small service hub for the surrounding wool and cropping agricultural district. Household incomes sit below the Tasmanian average, reflecting the predominantly rural and working-class character of the community.
Cygnet TAS 7112
Cygnet is a charming historic town in the Huon Valley, Tasmania, located 56 kilometres south-west of Hobart and 18 kilometres south of Huonville. Named after Port des Cygnes (Port of Swans) by French navigator Bruni D'Entrecasteaux in 1793, who observed large flocks of black swans in the bay, the town has a population of approximately 4,802 (2021 census). It sits within the Huon Valley Council area, renowned for its spectacular river valley scenery and apple-growing heritage.
Lutana TAS 7009
Lutana is a residential suburb of Greater Hobart in Tasmania, located about 6 kilometres north of the Hobart CBD within the City of Glenorchy. With a population of approximately 2,600, it sits between the Brooker Highway and the western shore of the River Derwent. The suburb is bordered by Moonah, New Town, and Derwent Park. Lutana has a diverse, working-class character with an increasing number of young professionals attracted by its relative affordability and proximity to the city.
Sorell TAS 7172
Sorell is an historic market town and the principal urban centre of the Sorell Municipality, located approximately 27 kilometres east of Hobart on the Arthur Highway within the Greater Hobart statistical area. With a population of 3,597 in 2021 — up significantly from 2,907 in 2016 — Sorell is one of Tasmania's fastest-growing communities, reflecting its appeal as an affordable alternative to inner Hobart suburbs. The median age of 41 and below-average median income characterise a mixed demographic of working families, retirees, and younger households attracted by relative affordability.
Huonville TAS 7109
Huonville is the principal service town of the Huon Valley, situated on the banks of the Huon River approximately 37 kilometres south of Hobart within the Huon Valley Municipality. With a population of around 3,002 and a median age of 41, the town serves as the commercial and administrative centre for the surrounding agricultural region, historically renowned for its apple orchards and berry farms and more recently for Atlantic salmon aquaculture. The median household income of approximately $1,287 per week is below the Tasmanian average, reflecting the town's working-class agricultural and trades base, and housing predominantly comprises established weatherboard and brick homes on comfortable blocks.
Rosny TAS 7018
Rosny is a quiet residential locality within the City of Clarence on the eastern shore of the River Derwent, approximately 4 to 6 kilometres east of Hobart's city centre. With a population of 842 residents, it is a compact suburb covering less than one square kilometre, characterised by established homes with sweeping views across the Derwent estuary. The suburb sits immediately adjacent to Rosny Park, the area's main retail and commercial hub, making it a convenient address despite its residential quietude.
South Launceston TAS 7249
South Launceston is a well-established residential suburb located just 2 kilometres south of the Launceston CBD in northern Tasmania. With a population of approximately 4,900, it offers an accessible urban lifestyle with a median age of 36 and a diverse mix of young professionals, families, and retirees. The suburb is home to the Launceston General Hospital and sits along the popular Charles Street café strip, giving it a vibrant, community-focused character.
Kingston Beach TAS 7050
Kingston Beach is a coastal suburb in the Kingborough municipality, situated approximately 15 kilometres south of the Hobart CBD on the eastern shore of the D'Entrecasteaux Channel. Home to around 2,305 residents across just 1.5 square kilometres, it is one of Greater Hobart's most popular beachside communities. The suburb takes its name from the sandy beach that stretches along its foreshore, offering sweeping views across to Bruny Island and making it one of the most scenic spots in the greater Hobart region.
South Hobart TAS 7004
South Hobart is a hillside residential suburb nestled at the foot of kunanyi/Mount Wellington, approximately 2 kilometres south of the Hobart CBD within the City of Hobart council area. With a population of 5,886 and a median age of 38, the suburb draws a mix of young professionals, university students, and established residents attracted by its proximity to the city and dramatic natural surroundings. Household incomes sit around the Tasmanian average, with a median weekly household income of $1,787, and the area offers a blend of period homes, converted terrace houses, and modern apartments at median rents of $378 per week.
Geilston Bay TAS 7015
Geilston Bay is a quiet residential suburb on Hobart's Eastern Shore, located in the City of Clarence along the Derwent River. With a population of approximately 3,461 (2021 census), it experienced solid growth of 13.5% since 2016. The suburb sits between Lindisfarne to the south and Risdon Vale to the north, offering easy access to Hobart via the East Derwent Highway. Named after Colonel Andrew Geils who held land in the area in the early 1800s, Geilston Bay combines rich colonial history with a peaceful suburban character.
Penguin TAS 7316
Penguin is a charming coastal town on Tasmania's north-west coast, situated on the Bass Highway 29 kilometres west of Devonport and approximately 128 kilometres north-west of Launceston, within the Central Coast Council municipality. Spanning around 45 square kilometres, the town had a population of 4,132 at the 2021 Census with a median age of 47, reflecting the older demographic typical of regional Tasmanian communities. Established in 1861 as a timber settlement and proclaimed a town in 1875, Penguin has a proud working-class heritage and today offers a relaxed, unhurried lifestyle with median weekly household incomes of around $1,300 — affordable by Australian capital-city standards.
Mount Nelson TAS 7007
Mount Nelson is a residential suburb of Hobart, Tasmania, located approximately 4 kilometres south of the Hobart central business district and straddling the boundaries of the City of Hobart and Kingborough Council. With a 2021 Census population of 2,749, the suburb has a median age of 40 and a median household income of $1,687 per week, broadly in line with Greater Hobart averages. The area is notably diverse for Tasmania, with a significant Chinese-born community and residents from across the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting Hobart's growing international student and professional migrant population.
Triabunna TAS 7190
Triabunna is a coastal east-coast Tasmanian town in Glamorgan Spring Bay, about 85 km north-east of Hobart near Spring Bay. The 2021 Census population is 905, and the town functions as a key local centre for surrounding communities. It has a maritime and service-town character shaped by fishing, aquaculture, local government and tourism. Triabunna is also a major gateway to Maria Island via regular ferry services.
West Launceston TAS 7250
West Launceston is a picturesque inner suburb located just west of Launceston's city centre in northern Tasmania. Home to around 4,316 residents (2021 Census), the suburb is known for its leafy streets, heritage homes, and stunning views of the Tamar River valley. Its elevated position provides panoramic vistas, while the proximity to Cataract Gorge — one of Tasmania's premier natural attractions — adds to its appeal.
Romaine TAS 7320
Romaine is a residential suburb on the elevated southern outskirts of Burnie, a regional port city on the north-west coast of Tasmania, within the City of Burnie local government area. With a population of 1,850 at the 2021 Census and an area of approximately 7.4 square kilometres, Romaine occupies a hillside position about 3 kilometres south of Burnie's city centre at an elevation of around 184 metres. The suburb has a median age of 40 and a median household income of around $1,449 per week, reflective of the working-class and blue-collar community that characterises much of north-west Tasmania.
West Hobart TAS 7000
West Hobart is one of Hobart's most desirable inner suburbs, climbing the hillside west of the CBD just 2 kilometres from the city centre. With around 6,500 residents and a median income of $45,000, the suburb has a distinctly progressive, artistic character and attracts professionals, academics, and creatives drawn to its heritage streetscapes and community atmosphere.
Lenah Valley TAS 7008
Lenah Valley is a leafy residential suburb nestled in a valley on the western slopes of Mount Wellington (kunanyi), just 4 kilometres north-west of Hobart's CBD. With a population of around 6,500, it is one of Greater Hobart's established middle-ring suburbs. The suburb has a mature demographic with a median age between 40 and 59, and a high owner-occupier rate of 76%, reflecting its desirability as a family neighbourhood.
Strahan TAS 7468
Strahan is a small west coast Tasmanian town on Macquarie Harbour, known for its heritage port setting and wilderness gateway role. The 2021 Census population in the dataset is 697, with the local economy strongly shaped by tourism, hospitality and regional services. Historically a port for mining and timber industries, it now has a distinctive maritime and heritage character. Its remote location and dramatic surrounding landscapes give the town a unique lifestyle profile compared with larger Tasmanian centres.
Yolla TAS 7325
A suburb in TAS with a significant social housing presence.
Austins Ferry TAS 7011
Austins Ferry is a quiet residential suburb situated on the western bank of the River Derwent, approximately 14 kilometres north of Hobart's city centre in the City of Glenorchy local government area. The suburb is named after James Austin, a former convict who established a ferry crossing here in 1818, and retains a strong sense of historic character. With a population of around 2,395 residents, it offers an attractive blend of river views, bushland reserves, and a relaxed semi-rural atmosphere.
Prospect Vale TAS 7250
Prospect Vale is a residential suburb on the outskirts of Launceston in northern Tasmania, situated within the Meander Valley Municipality approximately 10 kilometres west of the Launceston city centre. With a population of 5,433 and a median age of 48, the suburb skews notably older than the national average, reflecting a settled community of long-term residents and retirees. Set at an elevation of 178 metres, the suburb offers elevated views of the surrounding countryside and covers nearly 10 square kilometres of largely residential land.
Launceston TAS 7250
Launceston is the inner-city suburb at the heart of Tasmania's second-largest city, situated at the confluence of the North Esk and South Esk rivers — which form the Tamar River — in the state's north, approximately 200 kilometres north of Hobart. Within the Launceston City Council area, this compact 4.3 square kilometre suburb had a population of 3,110 at the 2021 Census and serves as the commercial, cultural, and civic centre of northern Tasmania. With a median age of 41 and median weekly rents of $310, the inner suburb offers affordable urban living compared to mainland capital cities.
Burnie TAS 7320
Burnie is a port city on the north-west coast of Tasmania, situated on the shores of Emu Bay approximately 325 kilometres north-west of Hobart and 47 kilometres west of Devonport. It is Tasmania's fourth largest city, founded in 1827 as Emu Bay and proclaimed a city in 1988. The city's economy has historically been driven by heavy manufacturing, mining, forestry, and a deep-water port that handles over five million tonnes of freight annually, including nearly half of Tasmania's containerised cargo. This suburb entry (postcode 7320) covers the inner city area administered by the City of Burnie.
Granton TAS 7030
Granton is a rural locality on the western bank of the Derwent River, approximately 22 kilometres north of Hobart CBD within the Derwent Valley Municipality. With a population of 1,903 and spread across 25 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled semi-rural community that forms part of the Greater Hobart statistical area. The median household income of $2,100 per week and a median age of 40 reflect a mature, working-class to middle-income demographic typical of peri-urban Tasmanian communities.
Oakdowns TAS 7019
Oakdowns is a residential suburb on Hobart's Eastern Shore, located within the City of Clarence approximately 10 kilometres north-east of the Hobart CBD. With a population of 1,897 and a median age of just 33, Oakdowns is notably younger than many Tasmanian suburbs, reflecting its appeal to young families and first-home buyers attracted by relatively affordable housing. The suburb falls within Greater Hobart's urban footprint and offers a mix of detached homes and newer residential development typical of Clarence's growth corridors.
Zeehan TAS 7469
Zeehan is a historic mining town on the rugged west coast of Tasmania, situated approximately 286 kilometres north-west of Hobart and 139 kilometres south-west of Burnie within the West Coast Council local government area. The town sits at an elevation of 172 metres amidst dense temperate rainforest, recording an extraordinary annual rainfall of over 2,400 millimetres and a population of approximately 702 residents in the 2021 Census. Zeehan boomed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a major silver-lead mining centre, once earning the nickname 'Silver City' with a population that reportedly peaked above 10,000. Today it retains much of its Victorian-era heritage architecture and a small but resilient community.
Youngtown TAS 7249
Youngtown is an established residential suburb within the City of Launceston, Tasmania's second-largest city, situated approximately 5 kilometres north-east of Launceston CBD. With a population of 4,315 and a median age of 42, it is a predominantly Anglo-Australian community with strong local roots — around 87 per cent of residents were born in Australia. Median household income of around $1,369 per week is broadly in line with the Launceston region, and housing remains affordable by mainland capital standards.
Ouse TAS 7140
A suburb in TAS with a significant social housing presence.
Bridport TAS 7262
Bridport is a small coastal town on the north-east coast of Tasmania, situated within the Dorset Council area approximately 63 kilometres from Launceston. With a population of 1,742, the town draws a mix of retirees and sea-changers attracted to its relaxed beachside lifestyle and affordable housing. The median age of 51 reflects a mature community, and the vast majority of residents are Australian-born, lending the town a strong local character.
Lindisfarne TAS 7015
Lindisfarne is a bayside suburb on the eastern shore of the Derwent River in Greater Hobart, approximately 6 kilometres north-east of the Hobart CBD within the City of Clarence. With a population of 6,639 across 6.9 square kilometres, it occupies elevated ground with views across the Derwent River to Hobart and the surrounding hills. The suburb has an older demographic with a median age of 46 and a median household income of $1,565 per week, reflecting its established, predominantly owner-occupied residential character.
Spreyton TAS 7310
Spreyton is a semi-rural locality and suburb of Devonport in northern Tasmania, situated approximately 7 kilometres south of the Devonport city centre within the City of Devonport local government area. Covering around 11.5 square kilometres, it has a population of 1,876 with a median age of 41, and is characterised by a blend of residential development and agricultural land. The suburb lies close to the Mersey River and is known for its apple orcharding heritage, with the fourth-generation family business Spreyton Fresh having operated apple orchards here since 1908.
Blackmans Bay TAS 7052
Blackmans Bay is a picturesque coastal suburb in southern Tasmania, just 15 kilometres from Hobart's CBD in the Kingborough municipality. With a population of nearly 7,700 residents, this family-friendly community sits on the hills surrounding a popular sandy beach with views across the Derwent River. Named after early settler James Blackman who occupied land here in the 1820s, it has evolved from a quiet farming hamlet into one of Greater Hobart's most desirable residential areas.
Kempton TAS 7030
A suburb in TAS with a significant social housing presence.
South Burnie TAS 7320
South Burnie is a residential locality situated on the southern fringe of Burnie, a major port city on Tasmania's north-west coast. With a population of around 348 residents, the suburb occupies a compact 1.65 square kilometres and sits near sea level along the coast. It shares a postcode with Burnie itself and benefits from proximity to the city's services, industry, and the working waterfront. The area has historically been home to working-class families connected to Burnie's manufacturing and port industries.
Howrah TAS 7018
Howrah is an established suburban community on the eastern shore of Greater Hobart, located within the City of Clarence approximately 7 kilometres east of the Hobart CBD. With a population of around 9,545 residents according to the 2021 Census, it is one of the larger suburbs in Clarence and forms part of the continuous coastal urban area stretching from Bellerive to Rokeby. The suburb sits at a gentle elevation above the Derwent River estuary, offering many homes pleasant water views.
Midway Point TAS 7171
Midway Point is a residential locality in the Municipality of Sorell, situated on the eastern shore of the Derwent River about 20 kilometres east of Hobart's CBD. With a population of around 3,384, it occupies a peninsula between Pitt Water and the Coal River. The suburb has grown as a popular and affordable alternative to Hobart's inner suburbs, attracting families and first-home buyers. Its central location provides easy access to both Hobart and the Sorell township.
Park Grove TAS 7320
Park Grove is a residential suburb located about 3 km west of Burnie on the north-west coast of Tasmania, within the City of Burnie local government area. The suburb had a population of 2,385 at the 2016 census and was gazetted as a locality in 1974. Cooee Creek forms much of the western boundary, and the area sits at an elevation of around 120 metres above the Bass Strait coastline.
Hadspen TAS 7290
Hadspen is a semi-rural township situated approximately 12 kilometres south of Launceston, within the Meander Valley municipality in Tasmania's north. With a population of 2,429 as of the 2021 Census and covering nearly 11 square kilometres at an elevation of 133 metres, Hadspen sits alongside the South Esk River and serves as one of the larger residential communities in the Meander Valley. The suburb has seen modest population growth since 2016, with a median age of 39 and predominantly Anglo-Celtic ancestry, including strong English, Australian, Irish and Scottish heritage.
Taroona TAS 7053
Taroona is a leafy residential suburb situated 10 kilometres south of Hobart's CBD along the western shore of the River Derwent in the municipality of Kingborough. With a population of around 3,100, the suburb is named from the Mouheneener Aboriginal word for chiton, a marine mollusc found on the local foreshore. Taroona is characterised by its elevated, bushy blocks, many with sweeping river views, and a demographic skewing towards professionals and established families.
Port Sorell TAS 7307
Port Sorell is a picturesque coastal town on Tasmania's north-central coast, situated where the Rubicon Estuary meets Bass Strait. With a population of around 2,200, this historic settlement lies 20 kilometres east of Devonport and 79 kilometres northwest of Launceston within the Latrobe municipality. Originally a fishing and sealing port named Burgess, it was renamed in 1822 after Governor William Sorell.
Trevallyn TAS 7250
Trevallyn is a well-established residential suburb situated approximately 3 kilometres west of central Launceston, Tasmania, with a population of around 4,826 at the 2021 census. The suburb sits above the South Esk River gorge and borders the Trevallyn State Recreation Area, giving residents remarkable access to natural bushland and mountain bike trails right on their doorstep. Trevallyn features a mix of housing styles from mid-20th century character homes through to newer builds on elevated sites with views across Launceston. It falls within the Launceston City Council area and is one of Launceston's more desirable family suburbs.
Bothwell TAS 7030
A suburb in TAS with a significant social housing presence.
Huntingfield TAS 7055
Huntingfield is a quiet residential suburb in the Kingborough Council area of southern Tasmania, situated approximately 3 kilometres south-west of Kingston and around 12 kilometres south of the Hobart CBD. The suburb was developed from the late 1980s onwards, transitioning from a predominantly agricultural area to a suburban locality following the completion of the Southern Outlet road. At the 2021 census Huntingfield had a population of 540, making it a small but established community nestled among the rolling hills south of Hobart. The area borders Blackmans Bay and Kingston, forming part of Hobart's growing southern corridor.
Low Head TAS 7253
Low Head is a picturesque coastal locality in the George Town Council area of Tasmania, situated on a narrow peninsula at the mouth of the Tamar River where it meets Bass Strait. Located approximately 5 kilometres north of George Town and 55 kilometres north of Launceston, Low Head is one of Tasmania's most scenic river-mouth communities, with a population of around 619 residents. The area is a mix of rural residential properties and coastal holiday homes, offering a peaceful seaside lifestyle with access to striking natural scenery.
Bicheno TAS 7215
Bicheno is a charming coastal town on Tasmania's east coast, located approximately 185 kilometres northeast of Hobart in the Glamorgan–Spring Bay municipality. With a population of around 1,050, it is one of the oldest towns on Tasmania's east coast, originally established as a whaling and coal port in the 1800s. The town sits on a beautiful stretch of coastline featuring granite headlands, sheltered beaches, and the crystal-clear waters of Waubs Bay. Bicheno has a relaxed, close-knit community with a strong tourism and fishing heritage.
Geeveston TAS 7116
Geeveston is a small township in the Huon Valley, situated approximately 60 kilometres south of Hobart within the Huon Valley Municipality. With a population of 1,431, the community has grown modestly since the 2016 Census and retains a largely Anglo-Australian character, with around 15 per cent of residents identifying as Aboriginal. The median age of 44 reflects a broad spread of ages, and the suburb's low housing costs — with a median weekly rent of $270 and mortgage of $1,083 per month — make it accessible compared to Tasmania's larger urban centres.
Legana TAS 7277
Legana is a semi-rural suburb on the western bank of the Tamar River, situated approximately 15 kilometres north of Launceston within the West Tamar Municipality in northern Tasmania. Covering an expansive 32.5 square kilometres, it has a population of 4,719 with a median age of 41, and is characterised by a settled, predominantly Anglo-Australian community with strong local roots. Accessible property prices and median household incomes of around $1,643 per week make it an attractive option for families and retirees seeking a relaxed lifestyle within commuting distance of Launceston.
Stony Rise TAS 7310
Stony Rise is a rural residential locality situated approximately 4 kilometres south of Devonport in Tasmania's north-west, within the City of Devonport local government area. With a population of 728 residents and a land area of around 3 square kilometres, it occupies a quiet semi-rural fringe between the regional city of Devonport and the surrounding farmland. The locality features a mix of residential properties and light rural holdings, with the Don River forming part of its western boundary and the Bass Highway providing easy access to Devonport and the broader north-west region.
Sandy Bay TAS 7005
Sandy Bay is Hobart's most prestigious suburb, stretching from the waterfront to the slopes of Mount Wellington just 3 kilometres from the CBD. The University of Tasmania campus brings academic life, while the Wrest Point casino marks the waterfront.
Snug TAS 7054
Snug is a picturesque rural locality on Tasmania's Channel Highway, approximately 27 kilometres south of Hobart within the Huon Valley Municipality. With a 2021 population of 1,440 and a median age of 38, Snug has experienced significant growth from 1,199 residents in 2016, attracting families and sea-changers drawn to its stunning natural setting at the foothills leading down toward the Derwent Estuary. The suburb spans 23 square kilometres at an elevation of 249 metres, offering a mix of rural properties, bushland settings, and quiet residential streets at below-average median household income of around $1,482 per week.
Dynnyrne TAS 7005
Dynnyrne is a compact hillside suburb of Hobart, Tasmania, located approximately 3 kilometres south-west of the Hobart CBD within the City of Hobart local government area. Sitting at an elevation of 122 metres, many homes enjoy elevated views across the Derwent River and towards the Eastern Shore. With 1,633 residents and a notably young median age of 30, the suburb's demographic profile is shaped in part by its proximity to the University of Tasmania's Sandy Bay Campus, with a large international student population — 609 overseas-born residents including 237 from China — giving the suburb a distinctly multicultural character.
East Launceston TAS 7250
East Launceston is an established inner suburb of Launceston, Tasmania's second-largest city, located approximately 2 kilometres east of the Launceston CBD within the City of Launceston local government area. Covering just over one square kilometre, it is a compact, well-connected residential neighbourhood that borders the famous Cataract Gorge Reserve. With a population of 2,270 at the 2021 Census and a median age of 41, East Launceston attracts a mix of professionals, families, and long-term residents drawn to its inner-city convenience and elevated views.
Battery Point TAS 7004
Battery Point is one of Hobart's most historic and prestigious inner suburbs, situated on a small peninsula just south of Salamanca Place and approximately 1 kilometre from the Hobart CBD within the City of Hobart. With a population of around 2,096, the suburb has a mature demographic profile — median age 43 — drawing a mix of long-term residents, professionals, and retirees who value its heritage character and central location. The suburb's tight-knit street grid is lined with beautifully preserved Georgian and Victorian cottages, sandstone terraces, and Federation-era homes, making it one of Australia's finest intact historic precincts.
Beauty Point TAS 7270
Beauty Point is a riverside town in northern Tasmania on the western side of the Tamar River estuary, about 45-50 km from Launceston. The 2021 Census population in the dataset is 1,285, giving it a small-town but established coastal-river profile. Historically developed as a deep-water port serving nearby industry and agriculture, it remains closely tied to maritime activity. The town has a relaxed waterside character with a mix of permanent residents and visitors.
Lauderdale TAS 7021
Lauderdale is a coastal suburb located approximately 15 kilometres southeast of Hobart in Tasmania's Clarence municipality. With a population of around 2,600 residents and a median age in the 40-59 bracket, it's a mature and settled community. The suburb enjoys stunning waterfront positions along Ralphs Bay with views toward the Seven Mile Beach area. Approximately 87% of homes are owner-occupied, reflecting a stable residential character.
Shearwater TAS 7307
Shearwater is a coastal residential suburb on the north-west coast of Tasmania, situated within the Latrobe Municipality approximately 15 kilometres east of Devonport and 2 kilometres from Port Sorell. With a population of 2,051 that has grown from 1,764 in 2016, Shearwater has become an increasingly popular sea-change destination, particularly attracting retirees and semi-retirees drawn to its relaxed coastal lifestyle. The suburb's median age of 58 is notably high, reflecting its appeal to older residents seeking a quiet beachside community.
📊 Methodology
Rankings are based on the proportion of dwellings classified as social housing (state housing authority + community housing provider) in the ABS Census 2021, Table G37 — Tenure Type by Dwelling Structure. Only suburbs in TAS with at least 100 occupied private dwellings were included to ensure statistical reliability.