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Miandetta

TAS 7310 • Rest of TAS

1,822
Population (2021)
$37,596
Median Income
1.75 km²
Area
$290/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableEstablishedSuburban

About Miandetta

Miandetta is a quiet residential suburb in the City of Devonport, located on Tasmania's north-west coast approximately 100 kilometres west of Launceston and 2 kilometres south of Devonport's city centre. Covering just 1.75 square kilometres at a low elevation of 48 metres, the suburb accommodates around 1,822 residents in predominantly detached housing typical of Tasmanian regional towns. With a median age of 41 and a median household income of $1,393 per week, Miandetta reflects the character of working and middle-class Devonport — established, family-oriented, and affordable.

Miandetta residents enjoy the benefits of Devonport's growing regional amenity, including easy access to the Spreyton Fresh produce market, local schools, sporting reserves, and the Devonport waterfront with its CBD shops, cafes, and the Bass Strait ferry terminal connecting Tasmania to Melbourne. The suburb sits close to the Don River and the Don River Railway heritage attraction, and is well connected to the Bass Highway for travel east towards Launceston or west toward Burnie. It attracts families and long-term residents who value suburban convenience, modest housing costs, and Devonport's relaxed north-west Tasmanian lifestyle.

Miandetta falls under postcode 7310 and is governed by Devonport Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Mersey) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7310
Urban Area
Devonport
LGA / Council
Devonport
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Braddon (Mersey)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.20°, 146.35°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
1.75 km²
Elevation
48m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania Route — Devonport City Centre 10 min

Commute to Devonport CBD

Distance
2 km
By Train
No passenger rail in Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
5-8 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-6 min

🛣️ Spirit of Tasmania ferry connects Devonport to Melbourne overnight. Launceston is 100km east (~1 hr drive). Most daily travel by car.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Some local errands possible on foot; Devonport CBD is a short drive or cycle away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
41 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,852
Census 2021
1,822
▼ 1.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,484
Income 2021
$37,596
▲ 27.5% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,569
Born Overseas 191

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 50
  • 2. Nepal 19
  • 3. India 16
  • 4. China 14
  • 5. Philippines 9
  • 6. New Zealand 8
  • 7. Egypt 6
  • 8. Germany 5
  • 9. Italy 5
  • 10. South Africa 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 813
Australian 789
Scottish 173
Irish 166
Australian Aboriginal 125
German 67
Dutch 30
Indian 17
Italian 17
Filipino 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,410
Both parents born in Australia
238
Both parents born overseas
121
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.6%
Christianity
38.0%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.7%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
108 (5.9%)
5-14 years
232 (12.7%)
15-19 years
94 (5.2%)
20-24 years
90 (4.9%)
25-34 years
268 (14.7%)
35-44 years
189 (10.4%)
45-54 years
221 (12.1%)
55-64 years
233 (12.8%)
65-74 years
224 (12.3%)
75-84 years
139 (7.6%)
85+ years
23 (1.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Miandetta TAS known for? +

Miandetta is a quiet residential suburb of Devonport, known for its proximity to the city centre and its affordable family housing. It sits close to the Don River and is convenient to the Devonport waterfront, the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal, and the Don River Railway heritage attraction.

How far is Miandetta from Devonport CBD? +

Miandetta is approximately 2 kilometres south of Devonport's city centre, typically a 5–8 minute drive or around 20 minutes on foot.

Does Miandetta have public transport? +

Miandetta is served by Metro Tasmania bus services connecting it to Devonport's city centre and surrounding suburbs. There is no passenger rail in Tasmania; the Spirit of Tasmania ferry operates between Devonport and Melbourne for interstate travel.

What is the population of Miandetta TAS? +

According to the 2021 Census, Miandetta has a population of 1,822 residents. The suburb has a median age of 41, reflecting its established, family-oriented community character.

Is Miandetta a good place to live? +

Miandetta offers affordable, comfortable suburban living in the Devonport area. Its close proximity to the city centre, schools, and Devonport's growing amenity makes it well suited to families and those seeking a relaxed north-west Tasmanian lifestyle at a modest cost of living.

What is the postcode for Miandetta? +

The postcode for Miandetta, Tasmania is 7310.