Lucaston
TAS 7109 • Tasmania
About Lucaston
Lucaston is a quiet rural locality nestled in the Huon Valley, approximately 50 kilometres south of Hobart in southern Tasmania. Covering around 29 square kilometres of fertile valley farmland, the locality sits among rolling green hills and orchards that have shaped the Huon Valley's identity as one of Tasmania's premier apple and cherry growing regions. The population was approximately 360 people at the 2016 Census, with a predominantly Australian-born community (81%) and a strong representation of English-speaking households. Lucaston has a distinctly rural and peaceful character, attracting those seeking a relaxed lifestyle close to nature.
Residents of Lucaston enjoy a lifestyle deeply connected to the natural environment of the Huon Valley, with easy access to orchards, farm gates, and scenic valley drives. The nearby town of Huonville, just a short drive away, provides everyday conveniences including supermarkets, schools, medical services, and cafes. The broader Huon Valley region is popular with eco-tourists and outdoor enthusiasts, offering bushwalking, fishing, kayaking on the Huon River, and access to the spectacular Southwest National Park. Lucaston itself maintains a strong sense of rural community, with many residents involved in small-scale farming, horticulture, or creative industries.
Lucaston falls under postcode 7109 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Derwent) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Metro Tasmania / Colas DST services — Huonville and Hobart approx. 50–60 min to Hobart CBD
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ Car is the dominant transport mode in the Huon Valley. The Huon Hwy provides a direct route to Hobart.
Lucaston offers pleasant rural walking through orchards and valley paths, though services are accessed by car in nearby Huonville.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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801 Glen Huon Road
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82 Wilmot Road
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Wilmot Road