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Irishtown

TAS 7330 • Tasmania

307
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
33.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful
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About Irishtown

Irishtown is a small rural locality in the Circular Head Council area of north-west Tasmania, situated approximately 8 kilometres south-east of the regional centre of Smithton and about 280 kilometres north-west of Hobart. The locality covers 33.7 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land and had a population of 307 at the 2021 Census. With a median household income of approximately $44,058, Irishtown is a quiet farming community set amid the rich pastoral landscapes of the Circular Head district.

The locality is accessed via the Bass Highway, which connects the broader north-west coast region to Launceston and Devonport. Farming — particularly dairy and mixed agriculture — forms the backbone of the local economy, as is typical throughout the Circular Head area. Residents rely on nearby Smithton for shopping, schools, and services; the town offers supermarkets, healthcare, and primary and secondary schooling. Irishtown suits those who appreciate a genuinely rural Tasmanian lifestyle with a tight-knit community feel.

Irishtown 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
33.70 km²
Population Density
9 /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

  • Redline Coaches / limited regional services — Smithton / Burnie / Devonport 10 min to Smithton by car

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
No train service to Hobart
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min - 3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Nearest town Smithton (8 km). Burnie/Wynyard airport approx. 85 km east for air travel.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Entirely rural locality; all services require driving to Smithton or further afield

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
307
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Irishtown known for? +

Irishtown is a quiet agricultural locality in north-west Tasmania's Circular Head district, known for its dairy farming and mixed agricultural land set within the region's rich pastoral landscapes.

How far is Irishtown from Smithton? +

Irishtown is approximately 8 kilometres south-east of Smithton, which is the nearest regional centre offering supermarkets, healthcare, and schooling.

Does Irishtown have public transport? +

Irishtown has very limited public transport options. There is no passenger rail in north-west Tasmania; some regional coach services pass through the broader area, but a car is the most practical means of transport.

What is the population of Irishtown? +

According to the 2021 Census, Irishtown had a population of 307 residents across its 33.7 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Irishtown a good place to live? +

Irishtown suits those who value a genuine rural Tasmanian lifestyle — quiet, agricultural, and community-focused. The proximity to Smithton means basic services are within easy reach, making it a practical choice for farming families and those seeking a peaceful north-west Tasmanian base.

What is the postcode for Irishtown? +

The postcode for Irishtown, TAS is 7330.