Brighton

TAS 7030 • Greater Hobart

4,983
Population (2021)
$42,900
Median Income
28.74 km²
Area
70m
Elevation

About Brighton

Brighton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Brighton (Municipality) area. With a population of 4,983 and a median income of $42,900, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 28.74 km² at an elevation of 70m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Hobart.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Brighton provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7030
Urban Area
Brighton
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.70°, 147.22°
Statistical Area
Greater Hobart
Area
28.74 km²
Elevation
70m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,450
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,086
Census 2021
4,983
22.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,112
Income 2021
$42,900
25.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,585
Born Overseas 226

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 57
  • 2. New Zealand 25
  • 3. Germany 18
  • 4. India 16
  • 5. Sri Lanka 13
  • 6. China 11
  • 7. Philippines 11
  • 8. Canada 8
  • 9. Thailand 7
  • 10. United States 7
  • 11. Italy 5
  • 12. Malaysia 4
  • 13. Afghanistan 3
  • 14. South Korea 3
  • 15. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,406
English 2,341
Irish 427
Australian Aboriginal 387
Scottish 320
German 181
Polish 53
Italian 48
Dutch 28
Chinese 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,195
Both parents born in Australia
296
Both parents born overseas
309
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.3%
Christianity
42.1%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
380 (7.6%)
5-14 years
719 (14.4%)
15-19 years
248 (5.0%)
20-24 years
326 (6.5%)
25-34 years
884 (17.7%)
35-44 years
604 (12.1%)
45-54 years
611 (12.3%)
55-64 years
505 (10.1%)
65-74 years
409 (8.2%)
75-84 years
226 (4.5%)
85+ years
63 (1.3%)

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