Birchs Bay
TAS 7162 • Tasmania
About Birchs Bay
Birchs Bay is a quiet rural residential locality in the Kingborough local government area of Tasmania, situated approximately 30 kilometres south of Kingston and around 55 kilometres south of Hobart. With a population of 116 residents recorded in the 2021 Census across an area of just under 8 square kilometres, the locality occupies a picturesque position on the western shore of the D'Entrecasteaux Channel in Tasmania's Huon region. Birchs Bay was gazetted as a locality in 1968 and sits within the broader Franklin state electorate, known for its scenic waterways and apple-growing heritage.
The D'Entrecasteaux Channel forms most of Birchs Bay's eastern boundary, providing the locality with stunning water views and access to one of Tasmania's most beautiful stretches of inland waterway. The surrounding area is typified by the rolling hills, orchards, and market gardens of the Huon Valley, with nearby Woodbridge offering limited local services and Huonville providing the nearest town facilities including shops, schools, and medical care. Birchs Bay attracts those seeking a peaceful coastal lifestyle surrounded by Tasmanian nature, with easy access to the channel for boating and fishing, and the scenic drive along the channel road connecting residents to Hobart and the broader region.
Birchs Bay falls under postcode 7162 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Franklin (Huon) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Metro Tasmania Route 62/64 area services — Kingston / Hobart CBD Approx. 60-80 min to Hobart CBD
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ Via Channel Highway and Southern Outlet. Scenic but winding road; Kingston is 30 km north and provides most essential services.
Quiet waterside locality with no local shops; a car is essential for accessing services in Woodbridge or Huonville
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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3509 Channel Highway