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Hellyer

TAS 7321 • Tasmania

189
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
7.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalRemotePeacefulAgricultural

About Hellyer

Hellyer is a small coastal rural locality within the Circular Head Council area in north-west Tasmania, situated approximately 35 kilometres east of the town of Smithton with Bass Strait forming its northern boundary. Gazetted as a locality in 1962 and named for Henry Hellyer, a surveyor who explored north-western Tasmania in the 1820s, Hellyer covers just over 7 square kilometres and recorded a 2021 Census population of 189 residents. The locality is characterised by dairy and beef grazing farmland with coastal vegetation fringing the Bass Strait shoreline.

The Detention River forms part of Hellyer's eastern boundary, contributing to a quiet and largely unspoilt natural setting typical of north-west Tasmania's rugged coastal character. Smithton, the main service centre for the Circular Head region, is a 30-minute drive to the west and offers supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and essential services. Residents enjoy the tranquillity of remote north-western Tasmanian living, with Rocky Cape National Park accessible nearby and the broader region celebrated for its cheese production, beef cattle, and spectacular coastal scenery.

Hellyer falls under postcode 7321 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7321
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.46°, 145.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.48 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Very limited regional services — Smithton / Burnie 30–60 min to Smithton

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
No rail service; Tasmania has no passenger trains
By Car (Peak)
4–4.5 hours via Bass Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hours

🛣️ Burnie (~60km east) is the nearest significant regional centre; car is essential for all travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; there are no local shops or services within the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
189
▲ 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 Hellyer known for? +

Hellyer is a quiet coastal rural locality named after Henry Hellyer, a surveyor who explored north-western Tasmania in the 1820s. The area is known for its dairy and beef farming, Bass Strait coastline, and the unspoilt natural character of the Circular Head region.

How far is Hellyer from Hobart? +

Hellyer is approximately 360 kilometres north-west of Hobart, making it roughly a 4-hour drive via the Bass Highway. Burnie, a more accessible regional centre, is about 60 kilometres to the east.

Does Hellyer have public transport? +

Tasmania has no passenger rail network, and public bus services to Hellyer are very limited. A private vehicle is essential for reaching Smithton (35km west) or Burnie (60km east) for everyday services.

What is the population of Hellyer? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 189 in Hellyer, up from 173 in 2016, reflecting a small but stable rural community in north-west Tasmania.

Is Hellyer a good place to live? +

Hellyer suits those seeking a remote, coastal rural lifestyle in one of Tasmania's most natural and sparsely populated corners. It offers peace, farming land, and coastal scenery, though residents must travel to Smithton or Burnie for schools, shops, and medical services.

What is the postcode for Hellyer? +

The postcode for Hellyer is 7321, shared with Smithton and other localities in the Circular Head Council area of north-west Tasmania.