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Frankford

TAS 7275 • Tasmania

165
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
140.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Frankford

Frankford is a small rural locality in northern Tasmania, situated approximately 46 kilometres north-west of Launceston in a farming district that spans the local government areas of Latrobe, West Tamar, and Meander Valley. Covering around 140 square kilometres, the area is characterised by gently undulating farmland, green paddocks, and remnant native bushland typical of the Tasmanian north-west. With a population of roughly 194 residents, Frankford is a quiet agricultural community where dairying, mixed farming, and horticulture have shaped the landscape for generations.

Life in Frankford centres on its rural character and tight-knit community, with residents enjoying the peaceful rhythms of Tasmanian country living. The nearby towns of Deloraine (about 25 km south) and Latrobe (about 20 km north) provide access to schools, supermarkets, medical services, and community facilities. The surrounding region is renowned for its cool-climate produce, with strawberries, vegetables, and quality dairy products grown in the fertile valleys. The area also offers easy access to the scenic Meander Valley and the wild natural landscapes of Tasmania's north-west.

Frankford falls under postcode 7275 and is governed by the West Tamar Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyons, while state elections fall under the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7275
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
West Tamar
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (McIntyre)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.32°, 146.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
140.63 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7275

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7275 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,550
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,708

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7275; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches — Launceston via Deloraine approx. 50 min to Launceston

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
46 km
By Train
No rail service; car or coach only
By Car (Peak)
approx. 40–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 35–40 min

🛣️ Deloraine (~25 km south) and Latrobe (~20 km north) are the nearest service towns; private vehicle is essential

Walkability Car Dependent

Dispersed rural locality with no walkable town centre; private vehicle required

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
165
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Frankford Tasmania? +

Frankford is a rural locality approximately 46 km north-west of Launceston in northern Tasmania, spanning the local government areas of Latrobe, West Tamar, and Meander Valley.

What is the nearest town to Frankford TAS? +

Latrobe (approximately 20 km to the north) and Deloraine (approximately 25 km to the south) are the nearest towns with shops, schools, and essential services.

What is Frankford known for? +

Frankford is known for its quiet rural lifestyle, cool-climate farming, and access to the scenic Meander Valley and northern Tasmanian countryside.

Is there public transport in Frankford TAS? +

Redline Coaches operates services connecting the broader region to Launceston and Devonport, though a private vehicle is recommended for most day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Frankford? +

Frankford had a population of 165 at the 2021 Census.