Smithton

TAS 7330 • Rest of TAS

3,934
Population (2021)
$33,904
Median Income
91.31 km²
Area
41m
Elevation

About Smithton

Smithton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Circular Head (Municipality) area. With a population of 3,934 and a median income of $33,904, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 91.31 km² at an elevation of 41m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of TAS.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Smithton is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Smithton falls under postcode 7330 and is governed by Circular Head Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Murchison) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7330
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-40.85°, 145.14°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
91.31 km²
Elevation
41m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    142 Nelson Street Smithton 7330 TAS

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$222
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,881
Census 2021
3,934
1.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,108
Income 2021
$33,904
12.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,197
Born Overseas 366

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 76
  • 2. Pakistan 64
  • 3. England 47
  • 4. India 25
  • 5. China 16
  • 6. Papua New Guinea 14
  • 7. Philippines 12
  • 8. Netherlands 11
  • 9. Fiji 10
  • 10. South Africa 10
  • 11. Sri Lanka 9
  • 12. Nepal 7
  • 13. Scotland 7
  • 14. South Korea 5
  • 15. Thailand 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,762
English 1,553
Australian Aboriginal 661
Irish 344
Scottish 252
German 69
Dutch 61
Chinese 36
Indian 36
Maori 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,941
Both parents born in Australia
414
Both parents born overseas
223
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.6%
No Religion
42.7%
Islam
1.9%
Hinduism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
222 (5.6%)
5-14 years
494 (12.6%)
15-19 years
236 (6.0%)
20-24 years
199 (5.1%)
25-34 years
506 (12.9%)
35-44 years
403 (10.2%)
45-54 years
446 (11.3%)
55-64 years
530 (13.5%)
65-74 years
484 (12.3%)
75-84 years
290 (7.4%)
85+ years
123 (3.1%)

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