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Macquarie Plains

TAS 7140 • Tasmania

53
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
8.39 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversideCar-Dependent
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About Macquarie Plains

Macquarie Plains is a small rural locality in the New Norfolk/Derwent Valley area of Tasmania, situated approximately 40 kilometres from Hobart CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 8.4 square kilometres of flat farming land on the Derwent River floodplain.

The nearest town of New Norfolk, approximately 5 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. New Norfolk is a historic Derwent Valley town known for its antiques, hop-growing heritage, and the scenic Derwent River. There is no public transport serving Macquarie Plains; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Macquarie Plains 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
8.39 km²
Population Density
6 /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

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; New Norfolk is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
53
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Macquarie Plains known for? +

Macquarie Plains is a quiet rural locality in the New Norfolk/Derwent Valley area of Tasmania. The locality covers approximately 8.4 square kilometres of flat farming land on the Derwent River floodplain.

How far is Macquarie Plains from Hobart CBD? +

Macquarie Plains is approximately 40 kilometres from Hobart CBD, roughly a 1 to 1 hour drive.

Does Macquarie Plains have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Macquarie Plains. A private vehicle is essential, with New Norfolk approximately 5 kilometres away.

What is the population of Macquarie Plains? +

According to the 2021 Census, Macquarie Plains has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the New Norfolk/Derwent Valley area of Tasmania.

Is Macquarie Plains a good place to live? +

Macquarie Plains suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the New Norfolk/Derwent Valley area of Tasmania, with New Norfolk providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Macquarie Plains? +

The postcode for Macquarie Plains is 7140, covering this rural locality in the New Norfolk/Derwent Valley area of Tasmania.