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Bushy Park

TAS 7140 • Tasmania

147
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
22.07 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversideQuiet

About Bushy Park

Bushy Park is a small rural locality and town in Tasmania's Derwent Valley local government area, situated approximately 19 kilometres north-west of New Norfolk and around 54 kilometres from Hobart. Covering some 22 square kilometres of fertile valley floor, the locality has a 2021 Census population of 147 residents and sits in the heart of the Derwent River valley, surrounded by agricultural land and forested ranges. The area is best known for hop growing — the rich river-flat soils and cool climate of the Derwent Valley have long made it one of Australia's premier hop-farming regions.

The iconic hop gardens of Bushy Park, with their distinctive tall poles and climbing bines, are a defining feature of the landscape and attract passing visitors along the Lyell Highway. The Derwent Valley's scenic countryside also offers opportunities for fishing, hiking, and exploring historic homesteads dating to the colonial era. Day-to-day services are accessed in New Norfolk, the Derwent Valley's main service centre, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and community services. Bushy Park suits those who appreciate a quiet, agricultural lifestyle surrounded by some of Tasmania's most picturesque valley scenery.

Bushy Park falls under postcode 7140 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7140
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Prosser)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.54°, 146.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.07 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania regional services — New Norfolk / Hobart (interchange) Approx. 20 min to New Norfolk; 60–75 min to Hobart

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
54 km
By Train
No train service; regional bus to New Norfolk then Hobart-bound coach
By Car (Peak)
55–70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–55 min

🛣️ Access via Lyell Highway (A10); New Norfolk is the nearest service town at approx. 19 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bushy Park is a small farming locality with minimal local services; all major errands require a car trip to New Norfolk

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
147
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bushy Park known for? +

Bushy Park is best known for its hop farming, with the fertile river flats of the Derwent Valley producing hops that have supplied Australian breweries for generations. The distinctive hop gardens with their tall wooden poles and climbing bines are an iconic part of the valley landscape.

How far is Bushy Park from Hobart? +

Bushy Park is approximately 54 kilometres north-west of Hobart, making it around a 45 to 70 minute drive via the Lyell Highway (A10) depending on traffic.

Does Bushy Park have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Bushy Park. Limited regional bus services operate through the Derwent Valley connecting to New Norfolk, from where Hobart-bound services are available. A private vehicle is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Bushy Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bushy Park has a population of 147 residents across its 22 square kilometres of rural valley land within the Derwent Valley local government area.

Is Bushy Park a good place to live? +

Bushy Park offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in one of Tasmania's most picturesque valleys, surrounded by hop gardens, agricultural land, and forested mountain ranges. It suits those who value quiet country living, with New Norfolk just 19 kilometres away for day-to-day services.

What is the postcode for Bushy Park? +

The postcode for Bushy Park, Tasmania is 7140.