Gagebrook
TAS 7030 • Greater Hobart
About Gagebrook
Gagebrook is a residential suburb in the Brighton municipality, located approximately 25 kilometres north of Hobart in Tasmania. With a population of around 1,570 residents, this is a compact community characterised by affordable housing and a high proportion of rental properties (over 60%). The suburb features predominantly single-storey homes on modest blocks, with a younger demographic profile than many Tasmanian suburbs.
Life in Gagebrook is quiet and suburban, with residents having access to nearby Bridgewater for shopping and services. The suburb features local parks and reserves providing open space for families. Housing affordability makes Gagebrook accessible for first-time buyers and renters seeking an entry point to the Hobart market. While facilities within the suburb are limited, the nearby Brighton Hub and Bridgewater provide essential services, and bus connections link residents to Greater Hobart.
Gagebrook falls under postcode 7030 and is governed by Brighton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Derwent) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 522, 530, X30 — Hobart CBD via Bridgewater, Glenorchy 45-55 min to Hobart
- 696 — Rosny Park via Risdon Vale 50 min
Commute to Hobart
🛣️ No train service in Tasmania; bus is main public transport option
Most errands require a car; limited footpath infrastructure
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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School Road
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Patrick Street
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27 Downie Street
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15 Bowden Drive
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Tottenham Road
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15 Bowden Drive
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2 Lamprill Circle
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15 Bowden Drive
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4 Tottenham Rd
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2 Lamprill Circle
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55 Eddington St
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Old Huntinground Road
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17 Cobbs Hill Road
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Paice St
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 14
- 2. Pakistan 11
- 3. Vietnam 7
- 4. England 6
- 5. Germany 6
- 6. New Zealand 4
- 7. Philippines 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)