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Forthside

TAS 7310 • Tasmania

76
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
13.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-Rural

About Forthside

Forthside is a small rural locality in north-western Tasmania, falling within the Devonport City Council area approximately 12 kilometres south-west of Devonport and around 9 kilometres east-south-east of Ulverstone. Covering nearly 14 square kilometres, the locality sits between the Forth River to the west and the Don River to the east, in a gentle agricultural landscape on Tasmania's north-west coast. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 78 people, reflecting Forthside's character as a quiet farming community on the rural fringe of the Devonport area.

The locality is notable for its agricultural research connection, with the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture operating a vegetable research facility in the area. The surrounding land supports dairy farming and market gardening, consistent with the productive agricultural tradition of north-western Tasmania. Residents access shops, schools, health services, and community facilities in Devonport or Ulverstone, both within a short drive. Forthside suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with access to the services of two nearby regional centres on Tasmania's north-west coast.

Forthside falls under postcode 7310 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7310
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.24°, 146.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.79 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Kinetic (Ulverstone to Devonport route) — Devonport Approx. 12-15 min from Forth/Forthside area

Commute to Devonport CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
No rail service in north-western Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
15-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-15 min

🛣️ Bass Highway connects the broader area to Devonport and Ulverstone. Limited bus services via Kinetic on the Ulverstone to Devonport route.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Forthside is a rural locality with no local shops; residents drive to Devonport or Ulverstone for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
76
▲ 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 Forthside known for? +

Forthside is known as a quiet farming locality and the home of the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture's vegetable research facility. The locality sits between the Forth River and Don River in the productive agricultural landscape of north-western Tasmania.

How far is Forthside from Devonport? +

Forthside is approximately 12 kilometres south-west of Devonport, typically a 12 to 20 minute drive depending on the route and traffic conditions.

Does Forthside have public transport? +

There is no rail service in north-western Tasmania. Kinetic operates bus services on the Ulverstone to Devonport route which serves the broader Forth and Forthside area, though services are limited and a car is most practical for daily travel.

What is the population of Forthside? +

According to the 2021 Census, Forthside has a population of 78 people, making it a small rural locality within the Devonport City Council area of north-western Tasmania.

Is Forthside a good place to live? +

Forthside offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with the convenience of Devonport and Ulverstone both within a short drive. It suits those who enjoy quiet country living on Tasmania's north-west coast, particularly those involved in agriculture or who work in the nearby regional centres.

What is the postcode for Forthside? +

The postcode for Forthside, Tasmania is 7310, which is shared with Devonport, Forth, and several other localities in the north-western region of Tasmania.