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Crayfish Creek

TAS 7321 • Tasmania

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.71 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalQuietRuralBeachside

About Crayfish Creek

Crayfish Creek is a small coastal locality on the north-west coast of Tasmania, situated between Rocky Cape National Park to the west and the historic town of Stanley to the north-east, within the Circular Head Council local government area. The locality lies approximately 40 minutes east of Burnie and just over an hour from Devonport, accessible via the Bass Highway that hugs the north-west Tasmanian coastline. With a very small resident population, Crayfish Creek retains a quiet, seaside village character that is characteristic of Tasmania's rugged north-west coast.

The Crayfish Creek Van and Cabin Park is a well-known stopping point for travellers exploring the north-west coast of Tasmania, positioned between the remarkable Rocky Cape National Park — home to Aboriginal cave sites dating back 8,000 years — and the iconic town of Stanley with its dramatic Nut landform. The Bass Strait coastline around Crayfish Creek offers fishing, birdwatching, and scenic ocean views, while the surrounding farmland and bushland provide a quintessentially Tasmanian rural backdrop. Smithton, the main centre for Circular Head, lies to the west for essential services and supplies.

Crayfish Creek falls under postcode 7321 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7321
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.46°, 145.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.71 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches / limited regional services — Burnie / Stanley 35-45 min to Burnie

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
440 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
4-5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hrs

🛣️ Bass Highway provides main coastal access; Burnie the nearest regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small coastal locality with no shops or services; a car is needed for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 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 Crayfish Creek known for? +

Crayfish Creek is known for its scenic north-west Tasmanian coastal setting between Rocky Cape National Park and the historic town of Stanley, and for the Crayfish Creek Van and Cabin Park — a popular stop for travellers exploring the north-west coast.

How far is Crayfish Creek from Burnie? +

Crayfish Creek is approximately 40 minutes west of Burnie along the Bass Highway, making it accessible to the regional centre for shopping, healthcare, and services.

Does Crayfish Creek have public transport? +

Limited regional coach services connect the north-west Tasmanian coast, but a private vehicle is the primary means of travel for Crayfish Creek residents and visitors.

What is the population of Crayfish Creek? +

Crayfish Creek has a very small permanent population, consistent with its coastal village character on Tasmania's north-west coast.

Is Crayfish Creek a good place to live? +

Crayfish Creek suits those seeking a quiet, scenically beautiful coastal lifestyle on Tasmania's north-west coast, with Rocky Cape National Park, Stanley, and the Bass Strait all on the doorstep, and Burnie providing regional services 40 minutes away.

What is the postcode for Crayfish Creek? +

The postcode for Crayfish Creek, TAS is 7321.