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Somerset

TAS 7322 • Rest of TAS

4,067
Population (2021)
$31,304
Median Income
26.89 km²
Area
$240/wk
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideAffordableQuietEstablished

About Somerset

Somerset is a coastal township on the north-west coast of Tasmania, situated alongside the Cam River estuary where it meets Bass Strait, approximately 10 kilometres west of Burnie and within the Waratah/Wynyard municipal area. The suburb is part of the broader Wynyard urban area and has a population of 4,067, with a median age of 48 and household incomes that reflect the mixed blue-collar and tradesperson workforce typical of north-west Tasmania. Housing is predominantly detached family homes on generous blocks, offering an affordable coastal lifestyle.

Somerset enjoys a scenic beachfront setting along the Bass Strait, with popular foreshore walks, boat ramp access, and views across the water making it attractive to fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers. The suburb sits close to Wynyard's town centre amenities, including shops, schools, and the Wynyard Airport which provides regular flights to Melbourne. Burnie's full range of services — including the larger hospital, TAFE, and regional shopping — are easily accessible by car within 15 minutes. The community has a strong working-class character with deep ties to Tasmania's north-west industries.

Somerset falls under postcode 7322 and is governed by Waratah/Wynyard Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Murchison) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7322
Urban Area
Wynyard
LGA / Council
Waratah/Wynyard
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Braddon (Murchison)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.06°, 145.80°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
26.89 km²
Elevation
94m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania / Redline Coaches — Wynyard & Burnie 10–20 min to Burnie

Commute to Burnie CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
12–18 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10–15 min

🛣️ Located on the Bass Highway; Wynyard Airport provides daily flights to Melbourne

Walkability Car-Dependent

A car is needed for most errands; the foreshore area is walkable but shops require a short drive to Wynyard

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$240
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,192
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
48 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,903
Census 2021
4,067
▲ 4.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,468
Income 2021
$31,304
▲ 18.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,493
Born Overseas 325

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 133
  • 2. New Zealand 26
  • 3. Scotland 17
  • 4. Germany 13
  • 5. Philippines 12
  • 6. United States 12
  • 7. Netherlands 10
  • 8. Thailand 9
  • 9. Nepal 6
  • 10. Japan 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,868
English 1,858
Irish 412
Scottish 367
Australian Aboriginal 306
German 102
Dutch 78
Italian 31
Welsh 25
Filipino 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,165
Both parents born in Australia
390
Both parents born overseas
278
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.4%
Christianity
39.3%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.1%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
210 (5.2%)
5-14 years
447 (11.0%)
15-19 years
211 (5.2%)
20-24 years
216 (5.3%)
25-34 years
386 (9.5%)
35-44 years
432 (10.6%)
45-54 years
528 (13.0%)
55-64 years
623 (15.3%)
65-74 years
551 (13.5%)
75-84 years
336 (8.3%)
85+ years
128 (3.1%)

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