New Town
TAS 7008 • Greater Hobart
About New Town
New Town is a well-established inner suburb of Hobart, located approximately 3 kilometres north of the CBD within the City of Glenorchy council area. With a population of 6,781 and a median age of 38, the suburb attracts a blend of long-term residents, young professionals, and students drawn by its proximity to the city. The median household income of around $1,596 per week is moderate, reflecting a mixed community of owner-occupiers and renters across a variety of housing types.
New Town is notably cosmopolitan for a Hobart suburb, with a significant student population linked to the nearby University of Tasmania and growing communities from India and Nepal. A median rent of $340 per week makes the suburb accessible for students and young workers, while period homes and newer apartments offer variety for buyers and renters alike. Residents benefit from proximity to Hobart's CBD, local shopping strips, cafes, and public transport routes that connect them to the wider Greater Hobart area.
New Town falls under postcode 7008 and is governed by Glenorchy Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clark (Hobart) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths192-196 New Town Road New Town 7008 TAS
Schools
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10 McCann Crescent
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11 Creek Road
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6 Midwood Street
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Forster Street
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228 New Town Road
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2 Cross Street
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 277
- 2. Nepal 244
- 3. England 202
- 4. China 201
- 5. New Zealand 52
- 6. Malaysia 43
- 7. Italy 39
- 8. Pakistan 37
- 9. Scotland 37
- 10. Vietnam 37
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)