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Huonville

TAS 7109 • Rest of TAS

3,002
Population (2021)
$34,216
Median Income
37.98 km²
Area
$280/wk
Median Rent
RuralRiversideAgriculturalAffordableHistoric

About Huonville

Huonville is the principal service town of the Huon Valley, situated on the banks of the Huon River approximately 37 kilometres south of Hobart within the Huon Valley Municipality. With a population of around 3,002 and a median age of 41, the town serves as the commercial and administrative centre for the surrounding agricultural region, historically renowned for its apple orchards and berry farms and more recently for Atlantic salmon aquaculture. The median household income of approximately $1,287 per week is below the Tasmanian average, reflecting the town's working-class agricultural and trades base, and housing predominantly comprises established weatherboard and brick homes on comfortable blocks.

Huonville offers a self-contained range of services for a town of its size, including supermarkets, medical facilities, schools, and a small retail strip along Main Road. The Huon River foreshore provides a popular recreational space, and the surrounding Huon Valley countryside — with its orchards, walking tracks, and scenic farmland — makes the area appealing to those seeking a rural lifestyle within reach of Hobart. The town serves as a gateway to broader Huon Valley attractions including Geeveston, the Tahune AirWalk, and the Hartz Mountains National Park, and has a notable Aboriginal community reflecting the deep Tasmanian Aboriginal heritage of the region.

Huonville falls under postcode 7109 and is governed by Huon Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Franklin (Huon) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7109
Urban Area
Huonville - South Cape
LGA / Council
Huon Valley
Federal Electorate
Franklin
State Electorate
Franklin (Huon)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-43.03°, 147.05°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
37.98 km²
Elevation
10m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches (Hobart-Huonville) — Hobart CBD (Franklin Square) 50-70 min

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
37 km
By Train
No rail service; Tasmania has no passenger rail network
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Huon Highway is the primary route to Hobart; Redline coach services available but with limited frequency

Walkability Car-Dependent

Huonville's town centre is walkable for basic daily needs, but most residents need a car for work, larger shopping, and travel to Hobart

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    79 Main Road Huonville 7109 TAS

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,379
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.9%

43 state housing + 13 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,714
Census 2021
3,002
▲ 10.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,520
Income 2021
$34,216
▲ 29.0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,406
Born Overseas 362

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 137
  • 2. Nepal 34
  • 3. Germany 23
  • 4. New Zealand 23
  • 5. India 16
  • 6. United States 13
  • 7. South Africa 12
  • 8. Netherlands 9
  • 9. Canada 7
  • 10. China 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,363
Australian 1,299
Australian Aboriginal 279
Irish 263
Scottish 219
German 142
Dutch 59
Italian 46
Welsh 22
Polish 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,086
Both parents born in Australia
420
Both parents born overseas
287
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.4%
Christianity
35.7%
Hinduism
1.2%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
186 (6.2%)
5-14 years
360 (12.0%)
15-19 years
171 (5.7%)
20-24 years
166 (5.5%)
25-34 years
396 (13.2%)
35-44 years
356 (11.9%)
45-54 years
356 (11.9%)
55-64 years
405 (13.5%)
65-74 years
336 (11.2%)
75-84 years
211 (7.0%)
85+ years
73 (2.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Huonville known for? +

Huonville is best known as the main service town for the Huon Valley, a region historically famous for its apple orchards and now also for Atlantic salmon aquaculture. The town is a gateway to attractions including the Tahune AirWalk, Hartz Mountains National Park, and the scenic Huon River.

How far is Huonville from Hobart? +

Huonville is approximately 37 kilometres south of Hobart CBD, typically a 40-55 minute drive via the Huon Highway depending on conditions.

Does Huonville have public transport? +

Huonville is served by Redline coach services to Hobart, with journey times of around 50-70 minutes to the city centre. There is no passenger rail service in the Huon Valley or anywhere in Tasmania. A car is the most practical option for most residents.

What is the population of Huonville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Huonville has a population of approximately 3,002 residents. The town has a notable Aboriginal community of around 330 Indigenous residents, reflecting the deep Tasmanian Aboriginal heritage in the Huon Valley region.

Is Huonville a good place to live? +

Huonville suits those who value a relaxed rural lifestyle, affordable housing, and access to stunning natural landscapes, while still having access to a reasonable range of town services. It's best suited to those who work locally or can handle the commute to Hobart; remote workers have increasingly been drawn to the region.

What is the postcode for Huonville? +

The postcode for Huonville, TAS is 7109.