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Dairy Plains

TAS 7304 • Tasmania

66
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
31.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulQuietBushland

About Dairy Plains

Dairy Plains is a small rural locality in the Meander Valley local government area of Tasmania, situated on the outskirts of Deloraine in northern Tasmania, approximately 50 kilometres west of Launceston. With a 2021 Census population of 66 residents across nearly 32 square kilometres, it is a quiet, sparsely populated locality. The area was gazetted in 1968 and has its origins in the Van Diemen's Land Company's historical holdings, subsequently developed as productive pastoral and dairy farming land.

The locality is characterised by fertile dark loamy soils and level terrain well suited to dairy farming, in keeping with the productive agricultural tradition of the broader Meander Valley region. The nearby town of Deloraine, approximately 7 kilometres to the east, provides residents with access to shops, schools, cafes, and essential services, and is widely regarded as one of Tasmania's most picturesque rural towns. Route C168 (Dairy Plains Road) runs through the locality, and Deloraine offers bus connections to Launceston operated by Kinetic and Redline intercity services. Dairy Plains suits those seeking a deeply rural Tasmanian lifestyle surrounded by rolling green pastures, clean mountain air, and the natural beauty of the Meander Valley.

Dairy Plains falls under postcode 7304 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7304
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.71°, 146.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
31.83 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Kinetic / Redline intercity bus (via Deloraine, ~7 km) — Launceston CBD approx. 50 min to Launceston from Deloraine

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
50 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
45 – 55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 – 45 min

🛣️ Buses to Launceston depart from Deloraine (approx. 7 km east) via Kinetic/Redline services. Car essential for reaching Deloraine from Dairy Plains.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dairy Plains is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; all errands require driving, most commonly to Deloraine approximately 7 kilometres away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
66
▲ 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 Dairy Plains known for? +

Dairy Plains is known for its productive dairy and pastoral farming, set in the fertile Meander Valley region of northern Tasmania. The locality has historical ties to the Van Diemen's Land Company and is surrounded by the rich agricultural landscape that makes the Meander Valley one of Tasmania's most important farming regions.

How far is Dairy Plains from Launceston? +

Dairy Plains is approximately 50 kilometres west of Launceston CBD, roughly a 45 to 55 minute drive. The nearby town of Deloraine, about 7 kilometres to the east, is the main service centre for the area.

Does Dairy Plains have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Dairy Plains directly. The nearby town of Deloraine (approximately 7 kilometres east) is served by Kinetic and Redline intercity bus services connecting to Launceston, but a private vehicle is essential for residents of Dairy Plains.

What is the population of Dairy Plains? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dairy Plains has a population of 66 residents, spread across approximately 32 square kilometres of rural land in the Meander Valley.

Is Dairy Plains a good place to live? +

Dairy Plains suits those who value a deeply rural Tasmanian lifestyle, with productive farming land, clean air, and the natural beauty of the Meander Valley. The charming town of Deloraine, approximately 7 kilometres away, provides shops, cafes, schools, and community services.

What is the postcode for Dairy Plains? +

The postcode for Dairy Plains is 7304, which it shares with Deloraine and surrounding localities in the Meander Valley.