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Lachlan

TAS 7140 • Tasmania

953
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
55.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideQuietPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Lachlan

Lachlan is a quiet rural residential locality in Tasmania's Derwent Valley, situated approximately 8 kilometres south of the town of New Norfolk within the Derwent Valley Council area. With a population of 953, the locality covers around 55 square kilometres of rolling pastoral land in south-eastern Tasmania. The Lachlan River flows through the area from south to north, lending the locality its name and contributing to its picturesque rural character.

Life in Lachlan centres on a peaceful semi-rural existence, with Wellington Park and its extensive bushwalking trails located near the southern boundary. Residents rely on New Norfolk for everyday shopping, schools, and services — a short 10 to 15 minute drive north via Lachlan Road (C613). The locality is approximately 45 kilometres north-west of Hobart, making it an appealing choice for those who want a quiet country setting within a reasonable commute of Tasmania's capital.

Lachlan falls under postcode 7140 and is governed by the Derwent Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyons, while state elections fall under the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7140
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Derwent Valley
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Prosser)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.54°, 146.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
55.24 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7140

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7140, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,531
Median 2023–24
$53,308
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,256

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7140; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania services — New Norfolk / Hobart 10–15 min to New Norfolk, 50–60 min to Hobart

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
45–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40–50 min

🛣️ Lachlan Road (C613) connects north to New Norfolk, then the Lyell Highway continues to Hobart

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; there are no shops or services within walking distance in this rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
953
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lachlan known for? +

Lachlan is known for its peaceful rural character, with the Lachlan River flowing through the locality and Wellington Park's bushwalking trails nearby. It offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle close to New Norfolk in Tasmania's Derwent Valley.

How far is Lachlan from Hobart? +

Lachlan is approximately 45 kilometres north-west of Hobart CBD, making it a 40 to 55 minute drive depending on traffic, via New Norfolk and the Lyell Highway.

Does Lachlan have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service in the Derwent Valley. Some Metro Tasmania bus services connect the area to New Norfolk and onward to Hobart, though a car is the most practical option for residents.

What is the population of Lachlan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lachlan has a population of 953, making it a small but established rural locality in Tasmania's Derwent Valley Council area.

Is Lachlan a good place to live? +

Lachlan suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural Tasmanian lifestyle with easy access to New Norfolk's services and a manageable commute to Hobart. The natural surroundings and river setting make it appealing for those who value space and tranquillity.

What is the postcode for Lachlan? +

The postcode for Lachlan, Tasmania is 7140.