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Dunorlan

TAS 7304 • Tasmania

145
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
28.04 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietTasmanian

About Dunorlan

Dunorlan is a small rural locality in the Meander Valley Council area of north-west Tasmania, situated approximately 7 kilometres from Deloraine and around 43 kilometres south-east of Devonport. Set in the fertile Meander Valley, the locality encompasses rolling farmland and basalt-rich soils that have long supported productive agriculture, including cropping and grazing. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 145 residents across Dunorlan's approximately 28 square kilometres.

The nearby town of Deloraine serves as the main service centre for residents, offering shopping, primary and secondary schooling, medical services, and community facilities. Deloraine itself is celebrated as one of Tasmania's most attractive rural towns, known for its historic sandstone buildings, the annual Deloraine Folk Festival, and the Great Western Tiers backdrop to the south. Dunorlan sits within a region popular with those seeking a quiet agricultural lifestyle in Tasmania's picturesque central-north, with easy access to the Bass Highway connecting Devonport to Launceston.

Dunorlan falls under postcode 7304 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7304
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.71°, 146.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
28.04 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches regional services — Deloraine / Devonport / Launceston Approx. 10-15 min to Deloraine

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No passenger rail service in Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
65-80 min

🛣️ Access via Bass Highway; Deloraine (7 km) is the closest service centre; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dunorlan has no local services; residents drive to Deloraine for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
145
▲ 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 Dunorlan known for? +

Dunorlan is a quiet rural locality in Tasmania's Meander Valley, known for its productive red basalt farmland, proximity to the charming town of Deloraine, and the scenic backdrop of the Great Western Tiers mountain range to the south.

How far is Dunorlan from Launceston? +

Dunorlan is approximately 90 kilometres west of Launceston, generally a 70–90 minute drive via the Bass Highway and through Deloraine.

Does Dunorlan have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service in north-west Tasmania. Redline Coaches operate regional bus services through the Deloraine area, but a private vehicle is essential for Dunorlan residents as connections to the locality itself are limited.

What is the population of Dunorlan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dunorlan has a population of 145 people across approximately 28 square kilometres, typical of a small rural Tasmanian farming locality.

Is Dunorlan a good place to live? +

Dunorlan is well-suited to those seeking a quiet agricultural lifestyle in Tasmania's scenic Meander Valley, with the services of Deloraine close by and easy access to Devonport and Launceston via the Bass Highway.

What is the postcode for Dunorlan? +

Dunorlan, Tasmania shares the postcode 7304 with Deloraine and surrounding localities in the Meander Valley Council area.