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Boyer

TAS 7140 • Tasmania

58
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
IndustrialRiversideCar-Dependent

About Boyer

Boyer is a small industrial and rural locality in the Derwent Valley of Tasmania, situated approximately 35 kilometres north of Hobart on the banks of the Derwent River. With a 2021 Census population of 58 residents, it is best known as the site of a major paper mill that has been a significant employer in the valley for decades. The locality falls within the Derwent Valley Council area, in a region of productive hop and apple growing country.

The nearby town of New Norfolk, approximately 5 kilometres away, provides residents with shopping, schools, medical services, and community facilities. The Derwent Valley is known for its hops, heritage buildings, and the scenic Derwent River, popular for fishing and canoeing. Boyer's industrial character contrasts with the surrounding rural and river landscape. Regular bus services connect the valley to Hobart, and the drive to the capital takes approximately 35 minutes.

Boyer falls under postcode 7140 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7140
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Prosser)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.54°, 146.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.43 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania bus (New Norfolk) — Hobart CBD Approx 50-60 min

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Lyell Highway provides main route to Hobart; New Norfolk is the main local service centre

Walkability Car-Dependent

Industrial and rural locality; car required for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
58
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boyer known for? +

Boyer is best known as the site of Tasmania's Boyer paper mill, a major employer in the Derwent Valley for many decades, situated on the banks of the Derwent River near New Norfolk.

How far is Boyer from Hobart? +

Boyer is approximately 35 kilometres north of Hobart CBD, roughly a 35 to 50 minute drive via the Lyell Highway.

Does Boyer have public transport? +

Metro Tasmania bus services operate from nearby New Norfolk to Hobart, providing a connection to the capital for Boyer residents without a car.

What is the population of Boyer? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boyer has a population of approximately 58 residents in this Derwent Valley locality.

Is Boyer a good place to live? +

Boyer suits those connected to the local paper mill industry or who appreciate the Derwent Valley's rural and river lifestyle, with New Norfolk's services close by and Hobart accessible.

What is the postcode for Boyer? +

The postcode for Boyer is 7140, covering this locality in the Derwent Valley area of Tasmania, shared with nearby New Norfolk.