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Upper Natone

TAS 7321 • Tasmania

111
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
68.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandQuietPeacefulAgricultural

About Upper Natone

Upper Natone is a small rural locality in the Burnie Council area of north-west Tasmania, located approximately 24 kilometres south of the coastal city of Burnie. It covers a substantial 68.6 square kilometres of forested and agricultural land, bordered by the Blythe River to the east and the Emu River to the west. With a population of around 111 residents, it is a thinly settled community embedded in the hinterland of the North West region.

The locality has a deeply rural character, with farming properties, bushland, and creek valleys defining the landscape. Residents rely on Burnie for schools, shopping, healthcare, and all major services, with the drive taking roughly 30–40 minutes along inland roads. Upper Natone suits those seeking space, privacy, and natural surroundings in north-west Tasmania, particularly those with ties to farming or forestry in the region.

Upper Natone 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
68.63 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Burnie (24 km) Car required

Commute to Burnie CBD

Distance
24 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Car essential; via inland roads through Hampshire or Natone

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Fully car-dependent rural locality with no walkable services; all daily needs require driving to Burnie or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
111
▲ 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 Upper Natone known for? +

Upper Natone is a quiet farming and bushland locality in the hinterland of north-west Tasmania, bordered by the Blythe and Emu Rivers and offering a remote rural lifestyle south of Burnie.

How far is Upper Natone from Burnie? +

Upper Natone is approximately 24 kilometres south of Burnie, roughly a 30–40 minute drive along inland roads.

Does Upper Natone have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Upper Natone. Residents need a private vehicle to access services in Burnie or surrounding towns.

What is the population of Upper Natone? +

Upper Natone has a population of approximately 111 residents as of the 2021 Census, a slight decline from 112 in 2016, reflecting the sparsely settled nature of this rural locality.

Is Upper Natone a good place to live? +

Upper Natone suits those who value space, rural privacy, and natural scenery in Tasmania's north-west; the locality offers a peaceful lifestyle but requires full car dependence for all services, shopping, and schooling.

What is the postcode for Upper Natone? +

The postcode for Upper Natone, Tasmania is 7321.