Honeywood
TAS 7017 • Tasmania
About Honeywood
Honeywood is a rural residential locality in southern Tasmania, situated approximately 5 kilometres south-east of the town of Brighton within the Brighton Council local government area. It lies in the Hobart region, roughly 25 to 30 kilometres north of the Hobart CBD, making it part of the broader greater Hobart commuter belt. With a population of 535, Honeywood is a quiet, semi-rural locality characterised by its open landscapes and the Jordan River, which forms much of its western boundary.
The locality offers a rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Hobart, attracting families and residents seeking larger blocks and open space without straying too far from the city's services. Brighton township, just to the north-west, provides access to shops, schools, and community facilities. The C326 road route connects Honeywood to surrounding localities including Old Beach and Bridgewater, providing links to the Midland Highway and Hobart.
Honeywood falls under postcode 7017 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Rumney) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Metro Tasmania / Redline coaches — Hobart City (Elizabeth Street) 35-50 min
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ Midland Highway (A1) provides the main road connection to Hobart; car is the most practical transport option
Rural residential locality with no local shops; a car is essential for all daily errands and commuting
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.