Cressy

TAS 7302 • Rest of TAS

1,149
Population (2021)
$39,052
Median Income
589.51 km²
Area
172m
Elevation

About Cressy

Cressy is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Northern Midlands (Municipality) area. With a population of 1,149 and a median income of $39,052, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 589.51 km² at an elevation of 172m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of TAS.

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. Cressy is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Cressy falls under postcode 7302 and is governed by Northern Midlands Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7302
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.79°, 147.09°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
589.51 km²
Elevation
172m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$230
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,200
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,111
Census 2021
1,149
3.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,096
Income 2021
$39,052
25.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 957
Born Overseas 104

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 25
  • 2. New Zealand 11
  • 3. India 10
  • 4. Ireland 6
  • 5. South Africa 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 571
English 513
Scottish 96
Irish 64
Australian Aboriginal 38
German 32
Italian 16
Dutch 9
Indian 9
French 5

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

880
Both parents born in Australia
110
Both parents born overseas
79
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.7%
Christianity
41.0%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
77 (6.7%)
5-14 years
146 (12.7%)
15-19 years
66 (5.7%)
20-24 years
60 (5.2%)
25-34 years
156 (13.6%)
35-44 years
152 (13.2%)
45-54 years
173 (15.1%)
55-64 years
146 (12.7%)
65-74 years
108 (9.4%)
75-84 years
43 (3.7%)
85+ years
13 (1.1%)

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