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Derwent Park

TAS 7009 • Tasmania

872
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanAffordableCommuter BeltIndustrialEstablished
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About Derwent Park

Derwent Park is a residential and light industrial suburb located within the City of Glenorchy in Tasmania, approximately 7 kilometres north of the Hobart CBD on the western shore of the Derwent River near Prince of Wales Bay. With a population of 872 at the 2021 Census, it is a modest-sized suburb with a mix of long-established residential housing and industrial land uses. The suburb falls under the Glenorchy City Council and is part of the broader Hobart metropolitan area.

Derwent Park is close to the major shopping and services hub of Glenorchy, which offers supermarkets, retail stores, and medical facilities a short drive or bus ride away. The suburb is well-served by Metro Tasmania bus routes connecting to Hobart's city centre and surrounding suburbs. Its affordable housing and proximity to Hobart make it a practical choice for workers, families, and those seeking inner-suburban living at a lower price point compared to suburbs closer to the Hobart CBD.

Derwent Park falls under postcode 7009 and is governed by the Glenorchy Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Clark, while state elections fall under the Clark (Elwick) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7009
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Glenorchy
Federal Electorate
Clark
State Electorate
Clark (Elwick)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.84°, 147.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.68 km²
Population Density
520 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7009

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7009, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,784
Median 2023–24
$55,182
▲ 32.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,561

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7009; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania Route 40 series — Hobart City (Franklin Square) 15-25 min

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
No rail service; Hobart has no passenger train network
By Car (Peak)
15-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Bus connections via Metro Tasmania to Hobart city. Access via Main Road (A1) and Brooker Highway.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily errands require a car or bus; Glenorchy shopping centre is a short drive or bus ride away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
872
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Derwent Park known for? +

Derwent Park is a mixed residential and light industrial suburb near Prince of Wales Bay, known for its affordable housing close to Hobart and proximity to the Glenorchy shopping and services hub.

How far is Derwent Park from Hobart CBD? +

Derwent Park is approximately 7 kilometres north of the Hobart CBD, making it around a 10-25 minute drive depending on traffic, or 15-25 minutes by bus.

Does Derwent Park have public transport? +

Derwent Park is served by Metro Tasmania bus routes providing connections to Hobart's city centre. Hobart does not have a passenger train network, so bus is the primary public transport option.

What is the population of Derwent Park? +

Derwent Park had a population of 872 residents at the 2021 Census, with a mix of established residential housing and light industrial land uses within the City of Glenorchy.

Is Derwent Park a good place to live? +

Derwent Park offers affordable housing within easy reach of both Hobart's city centre and Glenorchy's shopping facilities. It suits workers, young families, and budget-conscious buyers who want practical urban living in the greater Hobart area.

What is the postcode for Derwent Park? +

The postcode for Derwent Park is 7009.