West Ulverstone

TAS 7315 • Rest of TAS

4,515
Population (2021)
$28,132
Median Income
18.16 km²
Area
77m
Elevation

About West Ulverstone

West Ulverstone is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Central Coast (Municipality) area. With a population of 4,515 and a median income of $28,132, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 18.16 km² at an elevation of 77m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of TAS.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. West Ulverstone is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

West Ulverstone falls under postcode 7315 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7315
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.15°, 146.11°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
18.16 km²
Elevation
77m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$240
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,213
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
48 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,191
Census 2021
4,515
7.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,376
Income 2021
$28,132
10.9% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,773
Born Overseas 401

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 130
  • 2. Netherlands 42
  • 3. New Zealand 37
  • 4. Scotland 21
  • 5. Philippines 17
  • 6. Germany 14
  • 7. United States 11
  • 8. India 9
  • 9. Sri Lanka 9
  • 10. Canada 7
  • 11. Nepal 7
  • 12. Thailand 7
  • 13. Hong Kong 5
  • 14. Iran 5
  • 15. Ireland 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,998
English 1,993
Scottish 435
Irish 395
Australian Aboriginal 374
Dutch 145
German 119
Italian 32
Welsh 30
Filipino 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,370
Both parents born in Australia
483
Both parents born overseas
342
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.2%
Christianity
40.5%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
182 (4.0%)
5-14 years
502 (11.1%)
15-19 years
284 (6.3%)
20-24 years
217 (4.8%)
25-34 years
443 (9.8%)
35-44 years
444 (9.8%)
45-54 years
537 (11.9%)
55-64 years
640 (14.2%)
65-74 years
641 (14.2%)
75-84 years
395 (8.7%)
85+ years
221 (4.9%)

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