South Hobart
TAS 7004 • Greater Hobart
About South Hobart
South Hobart is a hillside residential suburb nestled at the foot of kunanyi/Mount Wellington, approximately 2 kilometres south of the Hobart CBD within the City of Hobart council area. With a population of 5,886 and a median age of 38, the suburb draws a mix of young professionals, university students, and established residents attracted by its proximity to the city and dramatic natural surroundings. Household incomes sit around the Tasmanian average, with a median weekly household income of $1,787, and the area offers a blend of period homes, converted terrace houses, and modern apartments at median rents of $378 per week.
Residents benefit from easy walking or cycling access to the Hobart CBD, while the suburb's hillside setting offers views over the city and the Derwent River. The proximity to kunanyi/Mount Wellington — one of Tasmania's most iconic natural landmarks — is a defining feature, with walking and mountain biking trails accessible within minutes. The suburb has a well-educated, secular character with a strong university student presence, and its mix of cafes, independent businesses, and heritage streetscapes give South Hobart a lively, community-oriented feel.
South Hobart falls under postcode 7004 and is governed by Hobart Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clark (Hobart) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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59 Anglesea Street
Housing 2021 Census
80 state housing + 21 community housing dwellings (ABS 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. England 258
- 2. China 173
- 3. Nepal 86
- 4. New Zealand 85
- 5. India 80
- 6. United States 56
- 7. Scotland 43
- 8. Malaysia 39
- 9. Hong Kong 36
- 10. Germany 33
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)