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Tullah

TAS 7321 • Tasmania

202
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
46.25 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteHistoricLakesideBushlandQuiet

About Tullah

Tullah is a small historic town on Tasmania's wild West Coast, nestled in the northern part of the West Coast Range approximately 56 kilometres from Queenstown and 97 kilometres south of Burnie, within the West Coast Council local government area. The town had a population of 202 at the 2021 Census and covers around 46 square kilometres of rugged wilderness terrain at an elevation of approximately 169 metres. Tullah has a fascinating industrial heritage: it began as the Mount Farrell mining settlement in 1900 following the discovery of silver-lead ore, before being renamed in 1910 and later expanded as a construction town during the Pieman River hydroelectric scheme in the 1970s and 1980s, when its population reached 2,500.

Today Tullah is a peaceful lakeside community on the shores of Lake Rosebery, a popular destination for freshwater fishing, bushwalking, and exploring the dramatic West Coast wilderness. The town retains a frontier character shaped by its mining and hydro-electric construction past, and the historic Wee Georgie Wood steam railway — a rare narrow-gauge relic — adds to its heritage appeal. The surrounding landscape of button grass plains, dense rainforest, and mountain ranges draws visitors seeking wild Tasmania at its most elemental. Tullah suits those who embrace remote, self-sufficient living and the extraordinary natural environment of Tasmania's West Coast.

Tullah falls under postcode 7321 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7321
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.46°, 145.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
46.25 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Infrequent regional services — Burnie / Queenstown Burnie approx. 1.5–2 hours; Queenstown approx. 1 hour

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hours via Queenstown and Lyell Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5–4 hours

🛣️ Very remote; Burnie 97 km north, Queenstown 56 km south; road access via Murchison Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tullah is a remote West Coast town where a car is essential; very limited local services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
202
▲ 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 Tullah known for? +

Tullah is known for its dramatic West Coast wilderness setting beside Lake Rosebery, its history as both a silver-lead mining settlement (from 1900) and a Hydro-Electric Commission construction town, and the heritage Wee Georgie Wood steam locomotive. It is a popular spot for freshwater fishing and bushwalking in Tasmania's wild west.

How far is Tullah from Hobart? +

Tullah is approximately 270 kilometres from Hobart, a drive of around 3.5 to 4 hours via the Lyell Highway through Queenstown. The nearest larger town is Queenstown, about 56 kilometres to the south.

Does Tullah have public transport? +

Tullah has very limited public transport. There is no rail service on Tasmania's West Coast. Infrequent regional bus services connect the area to Burnie (97 km north) and Queenstown (56 km south). A car is essential for living in Tullah.

What is the population of Tullah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tullah had a population of 202 residents. At its peak during the Pieman River hydroelectric construction in the 1980s, the town's population reached approximately 2,500 people before declining sharply after the scheme was completed.

Is Tullah a good place to live? +

Tullah is ideal for those who love remote wilderness living, freshwater fishing, and Tasmania's dramatic West Coast landscapes. Its small, tight-knit community, historic character, and Lake Rosebery setting offer a unique lifestyle, though residents must be comfortable with limited services and long distances to regional centres.

What is the postcode for Tullah? +

The postcode for Tullah, TAS is 7321.