Barnes Bay
TAS 7150 • Tasmania
About Barnes Bay
Barnes Bay is a small rural locality situated in southern Tasmania, approximately 56 kilometres from Hobart CBD. The locality covers an area of 0.4 square kilometres and recorded a small permanent population of 28 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of southern Tasmania country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of Tasmania.
Barnes Bay is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of Tasmania. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call Barnes Bay home.
Barnes Bay falls under postcode 7150 and is governed by the Tasman Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Franklin, while state elections fall under the Franklin (Huon) electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 7150
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7150 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7150; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ Barnes Bay is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
Barnes Bay has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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15 School Road