Bagdad

TAS 7030 • Rest of TAS

1,482
Population (2021)
$38,636
Median Income
71.07 km²
Area
143m
Elevation

About Bagdad

Bagdad is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Southern Midlands (Municipality) area. With a population of 1,482 and a median income of $38,636, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 71.07 km² at an elevation of 143m, 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. Bagdad is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Bagdad falls under postcode 7030 and is governed by Southern Midlands Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7030
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.61°, 147.23°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
71.07 km²
Elevation
143m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,341
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,356
Census 2021
1,482
9.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,292
Income 2021
$38,636
19.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,302
Born Overseas 76

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 32
  • 2. New Zealand 9
  • 3. Ireland 5
  • 4. Malaysia 5
  • 5. Germany 4
  • 6. Poland 4
  • 7. Zimbabwe 4
  • 8. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 742
English 678
Australian Aboriginal 128
Irish 126
Scottish 83
German 39
Polish 18
Italian 13
Dutch 9
New Zealander 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,197
Both parents born in Australia
82
Both parents born overseas
106
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.3%
Christianity
44.3%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
91 (6.1%)
5-14 years
225 (15.2%)
15-19 years
90 (6.1%)
20-24 years
93 (6.3%)
25-34 years
187 (12.6%)
35-44 years
195 (13.2%)
45-54 years
203 (13.7%)
55-64 years
195 (13.2%)
65-74 years
142 (9.6%)
75-84 years
55 (3.7%)
85+ years
11 (0.7%)

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