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Jetsonville

TAS 7260 • Tasmania

147
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
55.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietBushland
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About Jetsonville

Jetsonville is a quiet rural locality in north-east Tasmania, situated within the Dorset local government area approximately 8 kilometres north-west of the town of Scottsdale. Spanning around 55 square kilometres of farming and bushland, the locality had a 2021 Census population of 147 residents and is set in the rolling agricultural landscapes typical of Tasmania's north-east interior. The area supports mixed farming, including dairying and timber production, reflecting the land use patterns of the broader Dorset region.

Residents of Jetsonville are well-placed to access the services of nearby Scottsdale, which serves as the main centre for north-east Tasmania and offers supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and community amenities. The locality's rural surroundings provide a relaxed, semi-isolated lifestyle with easy access to the north-east's scenic countryside, including the Blue Tier plateau and the forested hinterland popular with mountain bikers and bushwalkers. With Launceston approximately 90 kilometres to the south-west, Jetsonville appeals to those who value the tranquillity of rural north-east Tasmania.

Jetsonville falls under postcode 7260 and is governed by the Dorset Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bass, while state elections fall under the Bass (Windermere) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7260
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dorset
Federal Electorate
Bass
State Electorate
Bass (Windermere)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.16°, 147.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
55.13 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7260

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7260, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,729
Median 2023–24
$48,790
▲ 22.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,044

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7260; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches / regional services — Scottsdale / Launceston Approx. 10–15 min to Scottsdale; 1 hr 30 min to Launceston

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No train service; coach or private vehicle from Scottsdale to Launceston
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 25 min

🛣️ Access via Scottsdale Road and Tasman Highway; Scottsdale is the primary service town at approx. 8 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Jetsonville is a dispersed rural locality with no local commercial services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
147
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jetsonville known for? +

Jetsonville is a quiet rural locality in north-east Tasmania known for its farming landscape and proximity to Scottsdale, the main service town for the region. The surrounding Dorset area is recognised for dairying, timber, and the scenic Blue Tier plateau popular with mountain bikers and bushwalkers.

How far is Jetsonville from Launceston? +

Jetsonville is approximately 90 kilometres north-east of Launceston, making it around a 1 hour 20 minute to 1 hour 40 minute drive via the Tasman Highway and Scottsdale Road.

Does Jetsonville have public transport? +

There is no rail service in north-east Tasmania. Regional coach services such as Redline Coaches connect Scottsdale (8 km away) to Launceston, but local services within Jetsonville are non-existent. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Jetsonville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jetsonville has a population of 147 residents across approximately 55 square kilometres of rural land within the Dorset local government area of north-east Tasmania.

Is Jetsonville a good place to live? +

Jetsonville offers a genuinely rural Tasmanian lifestyle with open farmland, clean air, and easy access to the north-east's natural attractions. It suits those comfortable with the isolation of country living, with Scottsdale close by for everyday needs and Launceston reachable within 90 minutes.

What is the postcode for Jetsonville? +

The postcode for Jetsonville, Tasmania is 7260.