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Pelverata

TAS 7150 • Tasmania

265
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
43.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuietHinterland

About Pelverata

Pelverata is a small rural locality in Tasmania's Huon Valley region, situated approximately 30–35 kilometres south of Hobart CBD within the Huon Valley Council area. Covering around 43.6 square kilometres, the locality had a 2021 Census population of 265 residents across 100 dwellings, reflecting its secluded and predominantly residential-rural character. It falls under the Franklin electorate and is set amid forested hills and quiet valleys in Tasmania's productive south.

The area is best known beyond its locality for Pelverata Falls, an impressive 100-metre waterfall located within the Snug Tiers Nature Reserve — a popular destination for bushwalkers exploring the Huon Valley hinterland. The surrounding landscape is characterised by tall eucalypt forest, scenic ridgelines, and small farms. Residents travel to nearby Huonville or Kingston for shopping and services, and there is no public transport serving the locality, making a private vehicle essential.

Pelverata falls under postcode 7150 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Franklin (Huon) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7150
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Franklin
State Electorate
Franklin (Huon)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-43.08°, 147.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
43.57 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A Car essential

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
35–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30–40 min

🛣️ Access via Channel Highway or Huon Highway; Huonville is the nearest service town (~20 km south)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential in Pelverata; this rural locality has no local shops, services, or public footpath infrastructure

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
265
▲ 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 Pelverata known for? +

Pelverata is best known for Pelverata Falls, a spectacular 100-metre waterfall located in the Snug Tiers Nature Reserve. The falls are a popular bushwalking destination and one of the more impressive natural features in Tasmania's Huon Valley region.

How far is Pelverata from Hobart? +

Pelverata is approximately 30–35 kilometres south of Hobart CBD. The drive typically takes around 30–40 minutes via the Channel or Huon highways, depending on the route.

Does Pelverata have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Pelverata. The locality is rural and remote enough that a private vehicle is essential for all travel, including access to Huonville or Hobart for services and shopping.

What is the population of Pelverata? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pelverata has a population of 265 residents across approximately 100 dwellings, spread over a large rural area of around 43.6 square kilometres.

Is Pelverata a good place to live? +

Pelverata offers a genuinely secluded rural lifestyle in the beautiful Huon Valley, surrounded by native bush and scenic valleys. It suits those seeking privacy and connection to nature, though the lack of services and public transport means it requires careful lifestyle planning.

What is the postcode for Pelverata? +

The postcode for Pelverata, Tasmania is 7150.