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Lawitta

TAS 7140 • Tasmania

226
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordableRetirees

About Lawitta

Lawitta is a small rural locality in Tasmania's Derwent Valley local government area, situated approximately 4 kilometres north-west of the historic town of New Norfolk and about 32 kilometres from Hobart. Gazetted as a locality in 1970, Lawitta is a quiet farming community set along the banks of the Derwent River, which forms its south-western boundary. The 2016 census recorded a population of 232 residents in the state suburb. The surrounding landscape features hop gardens, orchards, and scenic river scenery typical of the picturesque Derwent Valley.

Lawitta residents enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle with easy access to the amenities of New Norfolk, including supermarkets, schools, and the Derwent Valley Hospital. The locality is popular with those seeking affordable acreage properties in a scenic river valley setting within comfortable commuting distance of Hobart. New Norfolk itself is a historic town with a rich convict-era heritage, antique stores, and riverside parks. The Derwent River at Lawitta is popular for fly fishing, kayaking, and birdwatching amidst spectacular Tasmanian scenery.

Lawitta falls under postcode 7140 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7140
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Prosser)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.54°, 146.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.56 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania 138 — Hobart via New Norfolk 50 min

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
32 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
35-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Lyell Highway (A10) connects Lawitta via New Norfolk to Hobart; bus services run through New Norfolk

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality; a car is essential; New Norfolk town centre is a short drive away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
226
▲ 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

Where is Lawitta, Tasmania? +

Lawitta is a rural locality in the Derwent Valley, about 4 kilometres north-west of New Norfolk and approximately 32 kilometres from Hobart.

What is Lawitta like? +

Lawitta is a quiet rural community set along the Derwent River, surrounded by farmland, hop gardens, and scenic Tasmanian bush. It offers a peaceful lifestyle close to New Norfolk's services.

How far is Lawitta from Hobart? +

Lawitta is approximately 32 kilometres from Hobart CBD, a drive of about 30–40 minutes via the Lyell Highway through New Norfolk.

Is there public transport from Lawitta to Hobart? +

Metro Tasmania bus services run through nearby New Norfolk with connections to Hobart, with a journey time of approximately 50 minutes. There is no rail service in the Derwent Valley.