Neika
TAS 7054 • Tasmania
About Neika
Neika is a small semi-rural locality on the foothills of Mount Wellington (kunanyi), approximately 20 kilometres southwest of Hobart's CBD in Tasmania. With around 200 residents spread across 8.3 square kilometres, it straddles the City of Hobart and Kingborough Council boundaries. The area sits at moderate elevation on the slopes leading up to kunanyi/Mount Wellington, surrounded by native bushland and temperate rainforest.
Neika offers a secluded, nature-focused lifestyle with stunning views of the Derwent Valley and surrounding mountains. Properties tend to be on larger bushland blocks, appealing to those seeking privacy and a tree-change within commuting distance of Hobart. Residents enjoy proximity to the Mount Wellington walking tracks and the nearby Fern Tree village, while Hobart's shops and services are a 25-minute drive down the mountain.
Neika falls under postcode 7054 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 Route 448/449 — Fern Tree to Hobart CBD 35 min (from Fern Tree)
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ Winding mountain roads. Fern Tree is the nearest village with basic services.
No local shops or footpaths. Steep terrain and bushland setting make a car essential for daily life.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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17 Endeavour Ave
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1734 Channel Highway
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Channel Highway