Forcett

TAS 7173 • Greater Hobart

1,102
Population (2021)
$42,068
Median Income
57.90 km²
Area
161m
Elevation

About Forcett

Forcett is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Sorell (Municipality) area. With a population of 1,102 and a median income of $42,068, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 57.90 km² at an elevation of 161m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Hobart.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Forcett is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Forcett falls under postcode 7173 and is governed by Sorell Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7173
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.81°, 147.67°
Statistical Area
Greater Hobart
Area
57.90 km²
Elevation
161m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,707
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
964
Census 2021
1,102
14.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,620
Income 2021
$42,068
18.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 946
Born Overseas 75

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 38
  • 2. New Zealand 9
  • 3. South Africa 6
  • 4. Scotland 4
  • 5. Wales 4
  • 6. Germany 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 538
English 509
Scottish 99
Irish 96
Australian Aboriginal 40
German 29
Italian 16
Dutch 11
Polish 8
New Zealander 6

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

834
Both parents born in Australia
95
Both parents born overseas
100
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.6%
Christianity
37.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
66 (6.0%)
5-14 years
144 (13.1%)
15-19 years
68 (6.2%)
20-24 years
62 (5.6%)
25-34 years
141 (12.8%)
35-44 years
164 (14.9%)
45-54 years
158 (14.3%)
55-64 years
159 (14.4%)
65-74 years
92 (8.3%)
75-84 years
40 (3.6%)
85+ years
7 (0.6%)

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