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Birralee

TAS 7303 • Tasmania

177
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
43.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPeacefulAgriculturalSemi-Rural
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About Birralee

Birralee is a small rural locality in northern Tasmania, situated approximately 20 kilometres north of Westbury and around 55 kilometres south of Launceston within the Meander Valley and West Tamar local government areas. With a population of around 177, the area covers roughly 43 square kilometres of gently undulating agricultural land, part of the broader Launceston region. The locality takes its name from an Aboriginal word and is characterised by small farm holdings, grazing properties, and open countryside typical of the Meander Valley hinterland.

Birralee offers a quiet, rural lifestyle well removed from urban centres, with residents reliant on nearby Westbury and Launceston for services, shopping, and employment. The locality is set amid green farmland threaded by Black Sugarloaf Creek, a tributary of the Meander River, lending the area a pleasant pastoral character. The community is small and close-knit, appealing to those seeking affordable rural land and the relaxed pace of Tasmania's northern agricultural heartland.

Birralee falls under postcode 7303 and is governed by the Meander Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyons, while state elections fall under the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7303
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Meander Valley
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (McIntyre)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.59°, 146.82°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
43.22 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7303

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7303, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,230
Median 2023–24
$51,491
▲ 24.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,558

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7303; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Westbury / Launceston 25-50 min depending on service

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
50-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Via B52 and Westbury Road; car is essential; Westbury is the nearest service town at about 20 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Birralee has no commercial amenities; all daily errands require a car to Westbury or Launceston

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
177
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Birralee known for? +

Birralee is known as a quiet farming locality in northern Tasmania's Meander Valley region, characterised by pastoral landscapes, small farm holdings, and the Black Sugarloaf Creek. It offers a genuinely rural lifestyle within reasonable distance of Launceston.

How far is Birralee from Launceston? +

Birralee is approximately 55 kilometres south of Launceston, a drive of around 50 minutes via the B52 and Westbury Road under normal conditions.

Does Birralee have public transport? +

Public transport in Birralee is very limited. There is no rail service, and bus connections are infrequent. Residents rely almost entirely on private vehicles to access services in Westbury and Launceston.

What is the population of Birralee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Birralee has a population of approximately 177 residents. The area saw a slight population decline from 182 in 2016, reflecting the modest size and rural character of the locality.

Is Birralee a good place to live? +

Birralee suits those seeking affordable rural living in a peaceful Tasmanian setting, with open farmland, clean air, and a relaxed pace of life. It is best suited to people comfortable with car-dependent living and the trade-off of limited local services for wide open space.

What is the postcode for Birralee? +

The postcode for Birralee, Tasmania is 7303.