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Wesley Vale

TAS 7307 • Tasmania

483
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
28.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalFamily-FriendlyQuietAgricultural

About Wesley Vale

Wesley Vale is a locality and town on Tasmania's north-west coast, located approximately 10 kilometres east of Devonport and within the local government area of Latrobe Council. With a population of 483 at the 2021 Census, the town covers around 29 square kilometres of the fertile Mersey-Forth agricultural plain. The median household income of approximately $45,061 reflects its working-class and rural character as a residential community on Devonport's eastern fringe.

Wesley Vale is served by Andrews Creek Primary School, which stands on the site of the former Wesley Vale Primary School established in 1899. The suburb is connected to Devonport — Tasmania's third-largest city and the arrival point for the Spirit of Tasmania ferry — which provides supermarkets, schools, medical services, and employment a short drive away. The surrounding district features vegetable farms and dairy properties, and the proximity to Bass Strait beaches and the Latrobe area's walking trails makes Wesley Vale a quiet residential option for those working in the Devonport region.

Wesley Vale falls under postcode 7307 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7307
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Lyons (McIntyre)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.21°, 146.57°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
28.64 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania local bus — Devonport CBD Approx 15-20 min

Commute to Devonport CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
No rail service in Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
12-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Direct road access via Bass Highway to Devonport; Devonport Airport is approx 8 km west

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Residential locality with limited local services; most errands require a short drive into Devonport

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
483
▲ 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 Wesley Vale known for? +

Wesley Vale is a quiet residential and agricultural locality on Tasmania's north-west coast, known for its rural setting between Devonport and Latrobe. The Andrews Creek Primary School has served the community since 1899, and the area was part of post-war Tasmanian Housing Department residential development in the 1950s and 1960s.

How far is Wesley Vale from Devonport? +

Wesley Vale is approximately 10 kilometres east of Devonport, a 10 to 20 minute drive depending on traffic via the Bass Highway.

Does Wesley Vale have public transport? +

Tasmania has no passenger rail network. Metro Tasmania bus services connect Wesley Vale to Devonport, though services are limited. A car is the most practical way to access services and employment in the region.

What is the population of Wesley Vale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wesley Vale has a population of approximately 483 residents, making it a small but established community within the Latrobe Council local government area.

Is Wesley Vale a good place to live? +

Wesley Vale offers affordable, quiet residential living close to Devonport's facilities, including the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal and Devonport Airport. It suits families and those who prefer a rural atmosphere within easy reach of north-west Tasmania's services and natural attractions.

What is the postcode for Wesley Vale? +

The postcode for Wesley Vale, Tasmania is 7307.