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Howth

TAS 7316 • Tasmania

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietSemi-Rural

About Howth

Howth is a very small rural locality on the north-west coast of Tasmania, situated approximately 290 kilometres north-west of Hobart near the town of Burnie. The locality covers around 4 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 61 residents at the 2021 Census. It is a compact settlement in the Burnie hinterland, typical of the small farming communities scattered through the coastal hills of north-western Tasmania.

Burnie, approximately 25 kilometres to the north-west, is the main regional city of Tasmania's north-west coast, providing comprehensive services including a hospital, university campus, major retail, and Burnie Airport. The surrounding landscape features the lush green hills and coastal views characteristic of north-western Tasmania's temperate maritime climate. A private vehicle is necessary as no public transport serves Howth.

Howth falls under postcode 7316 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7316
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Braddon (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.27°, 145.93°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.90 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
3–4 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hours

🛣️ Bass Highway provides road access; Burnie 25 km north-west has regional services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; car required for all errands to Burnie or Penguin.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Howth TAS known for? +

Howth is a small rural locality near Burnie in north-western Tasmania, set among the hinterland farming country of the north-west coast with views over the Bass Strait.

How far is Howth from Hobart CBD? +

Howth is approximately 290 kilometres north-west of Hobart CBD, around 3 to 4 hours by road via the Bass Highway.

Does Howth TAS have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Howth. Burnie (approximately 25 km to the north-west) is the nearest regional centre with comprehensive services.

What is the population of Howth TAS? +

According to the 2021 Census, Howth has a population of approximately 61 residents, a very small community near Burnie in north-western Tasmania.

Is Howth a good place to live? +

Howth suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in north-western Tasmania, with Burnie's regional services and the spectacular Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park within reach.

What is the postcode for Howth TAS? +

The postcode for Howth, TAS is 7316.

What is the population of Howth? +

Howth had a population of 61 at the 2021 Census.