What is Kellevie known for?

Kellevie is known for its remote rural character and location in the quiet south-east of Tasmania. The locality offers open farmland and native bushland, and is close to the scenic Tasman Peninsula region known for its dramatic coastlines and world-class bushwalking.

How far is Kellevie from Hobart?

Kellevie is approximately 56 kilometres east of Hobart CBD, a drive of around 45–60 minutes off-peak via the Tasman Highway.

Does Kellevie have public transport?

Kellevie has very limited public transport options and no rail service — Tasmania has no passenger rail network. A private vehicle is the only practical way to access services in Sorell or Hobart.

What is the population of Kellevie?

The 2021 Census recorded 185 residents in Kellevie, reflecting its character as a small, sparsely settled rural locality spread across 62 square kilometres of Tasmanian countryside.

Is Kellevie a good place to live?

Kellevie appeals to those seeking a genuinely rural and remote lifestyle in Tasmania's beautiful south-east. It suits people who value space, natural surroundings, and quiet living, and who are comfortable travelling to Sorell or Hobart for all services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Kellevie?

The postcode for Kellevie, Tasmania is 7176.

Kellevie

TAS 7176 • Tasmania

185

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Income

62.17 km²

Area

N/A

Median Rent

RuralRemoteBushlandQuiet

About Kellevie

Kellevie is a rural locality in the local government area of Sorell, situated in the South-east region of Tasmania approximately 28 kilometres east of the town of Sorell and around 56 kilometres east of Hobart. Covering over 62 square kilometres of Tasmanian countryside, the locality recorded a population of 185 in the 2021 Census. Kellevie sits in a quiet agricultural district east of the Tasman Highway corridor, in the state electorate of Lyons.

The landscape around Kellevie is characterised by open rural land, native bushland, and the rolling terrain typical of Tasmania's south-east. Residents enjoy a genuinely remote lifestyle with access to the natural beauty of the region, including proximity to the Tasman Peninsula and its renowned coastal scenery and bushwalking opportunities. All essential services, including schools, shops, and medical facilities, are found in Sorell or Hobart, making a private vehicle essential for daily life.

Kellevie falls under postcode 7176 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Tasmania

Postcode

7176

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Lyons

State Electorate

Lyons (Prosser)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Hobart (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-42.75°, 147.84°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

62.17 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

Limited Metro/Redline service — Sorell / Hobart Car recommended; limited bus options

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance

56 km

By Train

No rail service in Tasmania

By Car (Peak)

55-70 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

45-60 min

🛣️ Access via Tasman Highway and Arthur Highway. Sorell is the nearest service town (~28 km west).

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kellevie is a remote rural locality with no local services — a car is essential for everything

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

185

▲ 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