West Moonah
TAS 7009 • Greater Hobart
About West Moonah
West Moonah is a compact and culturally diverse suburb located approximately five kilometres north-west of Hobart's CBD within the City of Glenorchy. Home to 4,522 residents across just 1.8 square kilometres, it is one of the more densely populated areas of Greater Hobart, with a notably young median age of 34 years. The suburb has seen significant growth in its migrant community, particularly from Nepal and India, making it one of Tasmania's most multicultural neighbourhoods.
West Moonah is well served by public transport with regular bus services into Hobart and along the Glenorchy corridor, offering practical access to employment, education, and the wider city. A range of housing options — from older weatherboard homes to newer builds — attracts young families, students, and newly arrived migrants. The cultural diversity of the area has brought a growing selection of international eateries and community organisations, adding vibrancy to what was traditionally a quiet working-class suburb.
West Moonah falls under postcode 7009 and is governed by Glenorchy Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clark (Elwick) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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26 Lampton Avenue
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35 Bowen Road
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Elmsleigh Road
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112 Risdon Road
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Derwent Park Road
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24 Hopkins Street
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62 Ashbourne Grove
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32a Cheviot Road
Housing 2021 Census
73 state housing + 19 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. Nepal 302
- 2. India 239
- 3. China 92
- 4. England 83
- 5. Philippines 62
- 6. Pakistan 46
- 7. Sri Lanka 44
- 8. Vietnam 35
- 9. Poland 31
- 10. New Zealand 28
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)