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Melton Mowbray

TAS 7030 • Tasmania

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
113.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalQuiet

About Melton Mowbray

Melton Mowbray is a small rural locality in Tasmania's Midlands region, situated approximately 63 kilometres north of Hobart along the Midland Highway — the main arterial road linking Hobart and Launceston. The locality falls within the local government areas of Southern Midlands and Central Highlands, reflecting its position on the edge of Tasmania's central plateau. With a 2021 Census population of 68 residents, Melton Mowbray is a quiet, sparsely settled pastoral community set among the open, grassy plains and gentle hills characteristic of the Tasmanian Midlands.

The locality has a history dating to colonial settlement, with the Melton Mowbray Hotel — built in 1849 by early settler Samuel Blackwell, who named it after his English birthplace in Leicestershire — standing as a local landmark and heritage site. The area is well known for merino wool production and mixed farming, and the Midland Highway provides convenient access to Hobart in the south and Oatlands or Campbell Town for local services to the north. The broader Midlands region is prized for its open farmlands, historic sandstone architecture, and cool temperate climate, offering a genuinely peaceful rural lifestyle.

Melton Mowbray falls under postcode 7030 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Rumney) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7030
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Rumney)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.30°, 146.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
113.44 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tassielink / Redline Coaches (Hobart–Launceston route) — Hobart or Launceston Approx 1 hr to Hobart; flagstop services on Midland Highway

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
63 km
By Train
No rail service in Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
50 min – 1 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 – 55 min

🛣️ Midland Highway (A1) passes directly through the locality; Oatlands (25 km) is the nearest significant service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural Midlands locality with only the historic hotel on-site; a car is required for all shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 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 Melton Mowbray known for? +

Melton Mowbray is known for its historic Melton Mowbray Hotel, built in 1849 by Samuel Blackwell who named the locality after his hometown in Leicestershire, England. The area is also known for merino wool production and its scenic position in Tasmania's open Midlands.

How far is Melton Mowbray from Hobart? +

Melton Mowbray is approximately 63 kilometres north of Hobart CBD along the Midland Highway, a drive of around 50 minutes to 1 hour depending on conditions.

Does Melton Mowbray have public transport? +

Tassielink and Redline Coaches operate Hobart–Launceston services along the Midland Highway with flagstop pickups near Melton Mowbray. There is no passenger rail service anywhere in Tasmania. A car remains the most practical transport option for residents.

What is the population of Melton Mowbray? +

Melton Mowbray had a population of 68 residents at the 2021 Census, making it a very small rural locality within the Southern Midlands and Central Highlands council areas.

Is Melton Mowbray a good place to live? +

Melton Mowbray suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with historic character, set among the open plains of the Tasmanian Midlands. It is well positioned on the Midland Highway with Hobart accessible in under an hour, but residents are car-dependent for all shopping and services.

What is the postcode for Melton Mowbray? +

The postcode for Melton Mowbray is 7030, which covers several localities in the Southern Midlands region of Tasmania.