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Forest

TAS 7330 • Tasmania

464
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
44.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalQuiet
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About Forest

Forest is a small rural locality situated approximately 11 kilometres east of Smithton in the Circular Head local government area of north-west Tasmania. With a population of 464 residents spread across nearly 45 square kilometres, the community has a distinctly agricultural character shaped by the rich farming land of the far north-west. The Bass Highway runs along the north-western boundary, with the Black River forming the south-eastern edge of the locality, and median household income reflects the modest rural economy of the region.

The locality offers a quiet, pastoral lifestyle typical of north-west Tasmania, with broad farming properties and open countryside surrounding the small community. Residents rely on nearby Smithton for essential services, including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities, making it a practical base for those who value rural living within reach of a regional town. The broader Circular Head area is known for its dairy farming, cool-climate produce, and access to natural attractions including the Arthur-Pieman Conservation Area to the south.

Forest falls under postcode 7330 and is governed by the Circular Head Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Braddon, while state elections fall under the Braddon (Murchison) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Circular Head
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Braddon (Murchison)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-40.78°, 145.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
44.67 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7330

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7330, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,058
Median 2023–24
$52,248
▲ 18.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,686

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7330; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania services via Smithton — Smithton (regional hub) 15-20 min

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Smithton (11 km) is the nearest service town; Bass Highway provides main road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; Smithton provides the nearest shops, services, and facilities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
464
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forest known for? +

Forest is a small farming locality in north-west Tasmania, known for its open agricultural land, quiet rural character, and proximity to Smithton. The surrounding Circular Head region is recognised for dairy farming and cool-climate produce.

How far is Forest from Launceston? +

Forest is approximately 130 kilometres from Launceston CBD, making it a journey of around 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours by car via the Bass Highway.

Does Forest have public transport? +

Public transport in Forest is very limited. There is no rail service; residents primarily rely on private vehicles, with Smithton (11 km) accessible by road for regional bus connections.

What is the population of Forest? +

According to the 2021 Census, Forest has a population of 464 residents, spread across a relatively large rural area of around 45 square kilometres.

Is Forest a good place to live? +

Forest suits those who value a genuinely rural lifestyle with open space and quiet surroundings. Essential services are a short drive away in Smithton, though the area is car-dependent and quite remote by mainland standards.

What is the postcode for Forest TAS? +

Forest in Tasmania has the postcode 7330, which it shares with Smithton and surrounding localities in the Circular Head area.