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Mole Creek

TAS 7304 • Tasmania

528
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
145.99 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricNature & WildlifeTourismFamily-Friendly

About Mole Creek

Mole Creek is a small township and locality in Tasmania's upper Mersey Valley, nestled in the Central Highlands foothills approximately 75 kilometres south-west of Launceston. With a population of around 528 at the 2021 census, it sits at the gateway to the Mole Creek Karst National Park — a UNESCO-listed landscape renowned for its spectacular limestone cave systems. The township is part of the Meander Valley Council area and serves as the service centre for the surrounding rural district.

Mole Creek is best known for its world-class cave attractions — Marakoopa Cave and King Solomons Cave draw thousands of visitors annually with guided tours operating year-round. The Trowunna Wildlife Park, home to Tasmanian devils, wombats and other native animals, is another popular drawcard. The area is also celebrated for its Leatherwood honey, produced from the surrounding forests and sold by local beekeepers. The community has a relaxed, nature-focused character, appealing to tree-changers, tourism workers and farming families who appreciate Tasmania's pristine natural environment.

Mole Creek falls under postcode 7304 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7304
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.71°, 146.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
145.99 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tassielink / Redline regional services — Deloraine / Launceston Deloraine ~20 min, Launceston ~75 min

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
75 km
By Car (Peak)
Approx 60–75 min via B12 and A1
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 60 min

🛣️ Deloraine (~20 km east) is the nearest town with supermarkets and secondary schooling. Launceston is ~75 km north-east.

Walkability Car Dependent

A small rural township with limited walkable amenities. Local errands possible on foot within the village; a car is needed for most shopping and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
528
▲ 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 caves are near Mole Creek Tasmania? +

Mole Creek is home to two famous limestone caves open to public tours: Marakoopa Cave (featuring glow-worms) and King Solomons Cave, both located in the Mole Creek Karst National Park.

How far is Mole Creek from Launceston? +

Mole Creek is approximately 75 km south-west of Launceston, roughly a 60–75 minute drive via the Bass Highway and the B12.

What is Mole Creek known for? +

Mole Creek is known for its world-class karst cave system, the Trowunna Wildlife Park (Tasmanian devils and wombats), and locally produced Leatherwood honey from the surrounding forests.

What council is Mole Creek in? +

Mole Creek is located within the Meander Valley Council area in northern Tasmania.