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Lady Barron

TAS 7255 • Tasmania

173
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
45.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRemoteIslandFishing

About Lady Barron

Lady Barron is the second largest settlement on Flinders Island, located in the far north-east of Tasmania within the Flinders Council local government area. The locality covers approximately 45.8 square kilometres on the southern tip of Flinders Island in the Furneaux Group of islands in the Bass Strait. With a population of 173 residents at the 2021 Census, Lady Barron serves as an important service and transport hub for the island, housing a small airport and a ferry terminal connecting to Bridport on the Tasmanian mainland.

Lady Barron is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering excellent beaches for scuba diving, sailing, surf and game fishing, as well as the scenic Lady Barron Foreshore Track that winds through coastal bushland to Yellow Beach. The town features a general store, fuel, a local tavern, and a pier — providing the essentials for island residents and visitors. Named for Lady Clara Barron, wife of a former Governor of Tasmania, the settlement retains a genuine island community character where self-sufficiency, a love of the sea, and connection to the natural environment define daily life.

Lady Barron falls under postcode 7255 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bass (McIntyre) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7255
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Bass
State Electorate
Bass (McIntyre)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-39.95°, 148.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
45.83 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No train service; ferry to Bridport then drive to Launceston (approx. 3 hr total)
By Car (Peak)
N/A (island, no road connection to mainland)
By Car (Off-Peak)
N/A (island, no road connection to mainland)

🛣️ Access to Flinders Island is by air (flights to Launceston and Melbourne) or by the Flinders Island Ferry from Bridport. Lady Barron has a small airport and ferry terminal.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lady Barron has a small general store and tavern within the settlement, but a car is essential on the island for most needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
173
▲ 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 Lady Barron known for? +

Lady Barron is known as the southern gateway of Flinders Island, housing the island's ferry terminal and a small airport. It's popular for game fishing, scuba diving, and its stunning Bass Strait coastline along the Lady Barron Foreshore Track.

How far is Lady Barron from Launceston? +

Lady Barron is approximately 220 kilometres from Launceston as the crow flies. Access is by air — flights take around 45 minutes — or by ferry from Bridport, which is roughly 100 kilometres north-east of Launceston.

Does Lady Barron have public transport? +

There is no public transport on Flinders Island. Residents use private vehicles for travel around the island. Access to and from the island is via scheduled flights or the Flinders Island Ferry from Bridport.

What is the population of Lady Barron? +

Lady Barron had a population of 173 residents at the 2021 Census, making it the second largest community on Flinders Island after the main town of Whitemark.

Is Lady Barron a good place to live? +

Lady Barron offers a rare and remarkable island lifestyle in Bass Strait, appealing to those who value stunning natural scenery, fishing, diving, and a close-knit community. The isolation and limited services make it best suited to those who embrace self-sufficiency and remote living.

What is the postcode for Lady Barron? +

The postcode for Lady Barron, TAS is 7255.