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Parattah

TAS 7120 • Tasmania

147
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
18.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricHeritageQuiet

About Parattah

Parattah is a small historic township in Tasmania's Southern Midlands, situated approximately 6 kilometres south-east of Oatlands and around 90 kilometres north of Hobart within the Southern Midlands Council area. With a population of 147, the locality sits at an elevation of 431 metres on the Midlands plateau, occupying around 18 square kilometres of rural farmland. The area is predominantly a quiet rural community with a modest number of dwellings scattered across the surrounding pastoral landscape.

Parattah holds genuine historic significance, with several well-preserved 19th-century buildings lining its main street, including the Tudor-style Parattah Hotel built in 1889, a historic railway station, and a farmhouse once home to Hudson Fysh — co-founder of Qantas. A number of heritage churches also remain from the township's heyday, with some dwellings currently undergoing restoration. The area appeals to those drawn to Tasmania's colonial heritage and the peaceful open countryside of the Central Midlands, with Oatlands — the town with the greatest number of intact Georgian sandstone buildings in Australia — just a short drive away.

Parattah falls under postcode 7120 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7120
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Prosser)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.32°, 147.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.42 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches (Hobart–Launceston route) — Hobart or Launceston CBD Approx 1.5 hr to Hobart

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr

🛣️ Located on the Midland Highway (A1) corridor between Hobart and Launceston

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the nearest shops and services are in Oatlands, about 6 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
147
▲ 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 Parattah known for? +

Parattah is known for its well-preserved 19th-century heritage buildings, including the 1889 Tudor-style Parattah Hotel and a historic railway station. It also has a connection to aviation history as the site of a farmhouse once owned by Hudson Fysh, co-founder of Qantas.

How far is Parattah from Hobart? +

Parattah is approximately 90 kilometres north of Hobart, roughly a 1-hour drive via the Midland Highway (A1).

Does Parattah have public transport? +

Parattah has limited access to intercity coach services (Redline Coaches) on the Hobart–Launceston Midland Highway corridor. There is no local bus or rail service; a car is essential for daily living.

What is the population of Parattah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Parattah has a population of 147 people, making it a very small rural township in Tasmania's Southern Midlands.

Is Parattah a good place to live? +

Parattah suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in a historically rich setting, within easy reach of Oatlands. It is well-suited to people who appreciate wide-open spaces, colonial heritage, and a tight-knit community, and who are comfortable relying on a car for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Parattah? +

The postcode for Parattah is 7120.