Herdsmans Cove
TAS 7030 • Greater Hobart
About Herdsmans Cove
Herdsmans Cove is a compact residential suburb located approximately 8 kilometres south of Brighton in Tasmania's Greater Hobart region. With a population of around 1,200 residents spread across just under 1 square kilometre, it offers an affordable entry point into the Hobart property market. The suburb sits at a modest 35 metres elevation and forms part of the Brighton Municipality, known for its family-oriented communities.
Life in Herdsmans Cove centres around quiet suburban living with easy access to the nearby Brighton township for shopping and services. The area attracts young families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing within commuting distance of Hobart's CBD, about 20 minutes south via the Midland Highway. Local parks provide green space for children, while the proximity to the Derwent River offers scenic weekend outings.
Herdsmans Cove falls under postcode 7030 and is governed by Brighton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Derwent) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Schools
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School Road
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Patrick Street
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15 Bowden Drive
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Paice St
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27 Downie Street
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15 Bowden Drive
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15 Bowden Drive
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55 Eddington St
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17 Cobbs Hill Road
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Tottenham Road
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2 Lamprill Circle
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4 Tottenham Rd
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2 Lamprill Circle
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Old Huntinground Road
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Housing 2021 Census
124 state housing + 32 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
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Demographics
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Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 8
- 2. India 8
- 3. Philippines 6
- 4. New Zealand 5
- 5. Bangladesh 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)