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Forest

TAS 7330 • Tasmania

464
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
44.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalQuiet

About Forest

Forest is a small rural locality situated approximately 11 kilometres east of Smithton in the Circular Head local government area of north-west Tasmania. With a population of 464 residents spread across nearly 45 square kilometres, the community has a distinctly agricultural character shaped by the rich farming land of the far north-west. The Bass Highway runs along the north-western boundary, with the Black River forming the south-eastern edge of the locality, and median household income reflects the modest rural economy of the region.

The locality offers a quiet, pastoral lifestyle typical of north-west Tasmania, with broad farming properties and open countryside surrounding the small community. Residents rely on nearby Smithton for essential services, including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities, making it a practical base for those who value rural living within reach of a regional town. The broader Circular Head area is known for its dairy farming, cool-climate produce, and access to natural attractions including the Arthur-Pieman Conservation Area to the south.

Forest falls under postcode 7330 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Murchison) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Braddon (Murchison)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-40.78°, 145.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
44.67 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania services via Smithton — Smithton (regional hub) 15-20 min

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Smithton (11 km) is the nearest service town; Bass Highway provides main road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; Smithton provides the nearest shops, services, and facilities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
464
▲ 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 Forest known for? +

Forest is a small farming locality in north-west Tasmania, known for its open agricultural land, quiet rural character, and proximity to Smithton. The surrounding Circular Head region is recognised for dairy farming and cool-climate produce.

How far is Forest from Launceston? +

Forest is approximately 130 kilometres from Launceston CBD, making it a journey of around 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours by car via the Bass Highway.

Does Forest have public transport? +

Public transport in Forest is very limited. There is no rail service; residents primarily rely on private vehicles, with Smithton (11 km) accessible by road for regional bus connections.

What is the population of Forest? +

According to the 2021 Census, Forest has a population of 464 residents, spread across a relatively large rural area of around 45 square kilometres.

Is Forest a good place to live? +

Forest suits those who value a genuinely rural lifestyle with open space and quiet surroundings. Essential services are a short drive away in Smithton, though the area is car-dependent and quite remote by mainland standards.

What is the postcode for Forest TAS? +

Forest in Tasmania has the postcode 7330, which it shares with Smithton and surrounding localities in the Circular Head area.