Tolmans Hill
TAS 7007 • Tasmania
About Tolmans Hill
Tolmans Hill is a residential suburb of Hobart, Tasmania, located approximately 5 kilometres south-west of the Hobart CBD on the slopes of Mount Wellington (kunanyi). Named after John Gibbs Tolman, a prominent Hobart businessman of the colonial era, the suburb is likely to be the last large-scale greenfield residential development within Hobart City boundaries. At the 2021 census the suburb had a population of 647 residents, with most households being families and couples. The suburb sits at a higher elevation than surrounding areas, offering views across Hobart and the Derwent River.
Tolmans Hill has a predominantly family-oriented demographic, with a high rate of home ownership and above-average household incomes reflecting its newer, prestige housing stock. Residents enjoy close proximity to the kunanyi/Mount Wellington trail network, offering world-class bushwalking and mountain biking from the suburb's doorstep. The nearby suburb of Dynnyrne provides local shops and cafes, while Sandy Bay's retail strip and Hobart CBD are easily accessible by car or bus. The suburb appeals to professional families and active outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful hillside setting with convenient access to central Hobart.
Tolmans Hill falls under postcode 7007 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clark (Nelson) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Metro Tasmania Route 43/44 — Hobart CBD via Sandy Bay ~20–30 min to CBD
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ No rail in Hobart. Bus services connect to the CBD via Sandy Bay Road. Car is most common for daily commuting.
Mostly car-dependent for shopping and services, though the suburb has good footpaths and excellent access to the kunanyi/Mount Wellington trail network for recreational walking.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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388 Nelson Road
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Olinda Grove