Beauty Point

TAS 7270 • Rest of TAS

1,285
Population (2021)
$24,284
Median Income
10.04 km²
Area
$260/wk
Median Rent
RiversideLifestyleSmall TownMaritimeRetirement-Friendly

About Beauty Point

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.

Lifestyle in Beauty Point centres on boating, fishing, waterfront tourism and local attractions including marine-focused visitor experiences. Residents access everyday services locally and rely on larger centres such as Launceston for major health, education and employment needs. Public transport is limited and most travel is car-based, with regional bus links available. Beauty Point appeals to retirees, families and lifestyle seekers wanting scenic river access and a quieter pace.

Beauty Point falls under postcode 7270 and is governed by West Tamar Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bass (Rosevears) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7270
Urban Area
West Tamar
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.16°, 146.80°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
10.04 km²
Elevation
56m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tasmanian regional bus services — Launceston 55-80 min
  • West Tamar corridor routes — Beaconsfield / Exeter 15-45 min
  • School/community services — Nearby Tamar Valley localities 20-50 min

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
47 km
By Bus
55-80 min
By Car (Peak)
45-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-55 min

🛣️ No passenger rail network operates in Tasmania; commuting is primarily by road.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The town centre and foreshore are easy to access on foot, but broader services generally require car travel.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$260
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
57 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

3 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,222
Census 2021
1,285
5.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$22,932
Income 2021
$24,284
5.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,005
Born Overseas 153

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 71
  • 2. New Zealand 21
  • 3. United States 10
  • 4. Netherlands 8
  • 5. Philippines 7
  • 6. South Africa 7
  • 7. Scotland 5
  • 8. China 3
  • 9. Germany 3
  • 10. Wales 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 613
Australian 531
Irish 136
Scottish 130
German 71
Australian Aboriginal 38
Dutch 28
Italian 21
Filipino 9
Welsh 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

895
Both parents born in Australia
186
Both parents born overseas
111
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.3%
Christianity
40.7%
Buddhism
0.9%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
49 (3.8%)
5-14 years
110 (8.6%)
15-19 years
51 (4.0%)
20-24 years
53 (4.1%)
25-34 years
101 (7.9%)
35-44 years
80 (6.2%)
45-54 years
157 (12.2%)
55-64 years
244 (19.0%)
65-74 years
292 (22.7%)
75-84 years
132 (10.3%)
85+ years
27 (2.1%)

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